2008.30.85.00 - Citron

This HTS category, 2008.30.85.00, specifically classifies citron that has been prepared or preserved. This includes citron that has been processed in various ways, such as canned, bottled, dried, or even preserved in spirit, provided these preparations are not specifically covered elsewhere. The key characteristic for classification under this code is the preparation or preservation of the citron fruit itself.

This classification distinguishes citron from other citrus fruits prepared or preserved under the broader heading 2008.30. For instance, while 2008.30.40.00 covers prepared oranges and 2008.30.70.00 covers grapefruit, this code is reserved for citron. It also differentiates from categories for mandarins and their hybrids, as well as lemons and limes, based on the distinct botanical identification of the fruit. Kumquats, classified under 2008.30.80.00, are another distinct sibling category.

As a leaf node, this HTS code has no further subdivisions. Classification decisions at this level will hinge on the accurate identification of the preserved or prepared fruit as citron. Importers and exporters should ensure that the product's description and composition clearly align with the botanical and processed characteristics of citron to avoid misclassification.