0711.90.30.00 - Capers

This category specifically covers capers that have been provisionally preserved but are not yet suitable for immediate consumption. Provisional preservation typically involves methods such as brining, salting, or pickling, which temporarily halt spoilage while maintaining the product's form. Capers are the flower buds of the caper bush, recognized by their distinct size, shape, and pungent flavor.

Distinguishing this classification from its siblings, 0711.90.20.00 covers provisionally preserved leguminous vegetables like beans and peas, while 0711.90.50.00 pertains to onions. The sibling category 0711.90.65.00 encompasses other provisionally preserved vegetables and mixtures, meaning this specific classification for capers is a more precise designation for this particular culinary ingredient.

As this HTS code is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Classification within 0711.90.30.00 is therefore determined by the product being capers and meeting the criteria of provisional preservation, rendering them unsuitable for direct consumption in their preserved state.