Chapter 08 covers edible fruit and nuts, as well as the peel of citrus fruit or melons. This chapter includes fresh fruit, dried fruit, frozen fruit, fruit provisionally preserved, and fruit preserved by other methods, but attention must be paid to distinguishing it from Chapter 20 (fruit preparations). The core issue is whether the goods retain the essential characteristics of fruit, rather than having undergone deep processing that changes their fundamental nature. Dried apricots, as dried fruit, are a typical good of this chapter. Heading 0813 covers dried fruit other than that described in the notes to this chapter, including dried apricots, dried plums, dried apples, dried peaches, etc., as well as mixtures of dried fruit or mixtures of dried fruit and nuts as described in Note 3 to this chapter. Dried fruit under this heading may be whole, sliced, pitted, ground, or powdered, but must not have undergone further processing (such as candying, preserving, etc.), otherwise it should be classified under Chapter 20. The first 2 digits '08' represent Chapter 8: Edible fruit and nuts; peel of citrus fruit or melons. Digits 3-4 '13' represent heading 0813: Dried fruit, other than that of headings of this chapter. Digits 5-6 '10' represent subheading 0813.10: Apricots, dried. Therefore, 081310 fully represents dried apricots, i.e., apricot fruit that has been dried but not further processed. Dried apricots are the dried fruit of the apricot (Prunus armeniaca), retaining the essential characteristics of fruit, having only undergone dehydration treatment, without candying, preserving, or canning or other deep processing, and are therefore classified under Chapter 8, dried fruit heading 0813, specifically subheading 0813.10. If apricots have been candied or made into preserves, they should be classified under Chapter 20; if fresh apricots, they should be classified under 0809.

Product name: The specific name of the declared goods, which should use the standard Chinese or English name, such as 'dried apricots' or 'Dried apricots'. Method of preparation or preservation: Describe the processing method of dried apricots, such as 'sun-dried', 'oven-dried', 'pitted', etc., and it must reflect that only drying treatment has been applied. State: Describe the physical state of dried apricots, such as 'whole', 'sliced', 'pitted', 'powdered', etc. Whether sugar or other sweetening substances are added: Clearly state whether sugar, honey, or other sweeteners are added; if added, they may be classified under Chapter 20. Packaging specifications: Declare the packaging type and specifications, such as 'bagged', 'boxed', '500 grams per bag', etc., which affect inspection, quarantine, and statistics. Brand: If there is a brand, the brand name must be declared; if no brand, 'no brand' may be declared. Country (region) of origin: Declare the country (region) where the dried apricots are produced or processed, used to determine tariffs and trade policies. Product name: Dried apricots; Method of preparation: Sun-dried, pitted; State: Whole; Whether sugar is added: No; Packaging specifications: 500 grams per bag, 20 bags/carton; Brand: No brand; Country of origin: Turkey. Confusing dried apricots with candied apricots, the latter should be classified under 2006 or 2008. Failing to declare whether sugar is added, leading to classification disputes. Ignoring states such as pitted, sliced, etc., affecting subheading determination.

The core basis for classification is the notes to Chapter 8 and subheading texts of the Import and Export Tariff. Dried apricots must satisfy: 1) belong to the fruit of the apricot; 2) have undergone drying treatment; 3) have not undergone candying, preserving, or other processing described in Chapter 20. If sugar or other sweetening substances are added, or further processing has been carried out, they may be classified under Chapter 20. In addition, attention must be paid to distinguishing from fresh apricots (0809), canned apricots (2008), etc. 0809 Fresh apricots: Fresh apricots are apricot fruit that has not been dried, classified under 0809; dried apricots are dried apricots, classified under 0813. 0812 Fruit provisionally preserved: 0812 covers fruit provisionally preserved (e.g., by sulfur dioxide gas, in brine, etc.) but unsuitable for immediate consumption; dried apricots are dried fruit suitable for direct consumption. 2006 Fruit preserved by sugar: Sugar-preserved apricots have undergone sugar treatment, classified under 2006; dried apricots are only dried, not sugar-preserved. 2008 Other prepared fruit: 2008 includes fruit prepared by other methods, such as canned, jam, etc.; dried apricots are only dried, not further processed. Is it the fruit of the apricot? Has it only undergone drying treatment? Has no sugar or other sweetening substances been added? Has it not undergone candying or preserving processing? Is it suitable for direct consumption?

What is the difference in HS codes between dried apricots and apricot preserves? Dried apricots have only undergone drying treatment, classified under 081310; apricot preserves are usually candied or preserved, classified under 2006 or 2008. The key difference is whether sugar is added or sugar-preservation has been carried out. How to inquire about the import tariff rate for dried apricots? You can log on to the website of the General Administration of Customs of China or use the Import and Export Tariff to inquire, enter HS code 081310, and determine the applicable rate (MFN, agreement rate, etc.) according to the country of origin. Rates may change, and the latest announcement should prevail. What regulatory conditions are required for importing dried apricots? Generally, a certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate, health certificate, etc. are required, and they must comply with China's food safety standards. Specific regulatory conditions can be found in the General Administration of Customs' Catalogue of Import Commodities Subject to Inspection and Quarantine. If a small amount of sugar is added to dried apricots, can they still be classified under 081310? If the purpose of adding sugar is to preserve or change the taste, it is usually regarded as sugar-preserved and should be classified under 2006; if only a trace amount of sugar is added and the essential characteristics of the goods are not changed, they may still be classified under 081310, but customs determination is required. Truthful declaration is recommended. How should the declaration element 'Method of preparation or preservation' be filled in for dried apricots? The drying method should be described in detail, such as 'sun-dried', 'oven-dried', 'vacuum-dried', etc., and whether pitted or sliced should be noted. Avoid vague words such as 'processed'. Are dried apricots and dried peaches the same in HS code? They are not the same. Dried apricots are classified under 081310, dried peaches under 081340. Both are dried fruit, but the subheadings are different, and accurate classification is required according to the type of fruit. How should dried apricots sold via cross-border e-commerce be declared? They should be declared according to the actual goods under HS code 081310, with necessary quarantine certificates provided, and attention should be paid to packaging labels complying with Chinese standards. A professional customs broker or customs may be consulted. Does the HS code for dried apricots apply to all packaging forms? Yes, the HS code is based on the goods themselves and does not change due to packaging form. However, large packaging and small packaging may affect inspection and quarantine requirements, and packaging specifications must be stated at the time of declaration.