HS Code:
The category 'Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, otherwise prepared or preserved, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or spirit, not elsewhere specified or included' (HS Code: 2008) includes a wide range of processed fruit and nut products. This encompasses items such as canned fruits, fruit jams, jellies, marmalades, fruit or nut puree, and pastes, as well as preserved nuts and seeds. These products are often used in the food industry for direct consumption, baking, or as ingredients in other processed foods. The category excludes fresh fruits and nuts, as well as products classified under other specific HS codes like fruit juices or frozen fruits.
Total Trade Volume
USD 12.5 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
12.5%
Highest Rate
35% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market or USMCA)
Growing demand for organic and natural preserved fruits
Increased market share for organic certified products, driving premium pricing and higher export value for countries with organic farming capabilities.
2021-2022
Shift towards low-sugar and no-added-sugar products
Manufacturers adapting to consumer health trends, leading to innovation in preservation techniques and new product lines, especially in developed markets.
2020-2022
Rising popularity of exotic and tropical fruit preserves
Boost in exports from tropical countries like Thailand and the Philippines, with increased demand in North America and Europe for unique flavors.
2019-2022
The European Union reduced tariffs on preserved tropical fruits from ASEAN countries as part of a broader trade agreement to enhance market access.
January 2023
Expected to increase export volumes from Thailand and the Philippines by 10-15% over the next two years.
The United States introduced stricter sanitary and phytosanitary regulations on imported preserved nuts due to contamination concerns.
September 2022
Temporary delays and increased compliance costs for exporters from Turkey and other major suppliers.
Thailand invested in new fruit processing facilities to meet rising global demand for canned and preserved tropical fruits.
March 2023
Solidifies Thailand's position as the leading exporter, potentially increasing its market share by 5% in 2023.