Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormDehydrated / Dried
Industry PositionValue-Added Processed Fruit Product
Market
Dehydrated peach (dried peach/nectarine pieces) is a shelf-stable processed fruit traded globally within the dried-fruit chapter (HS 0813), often captured at HS6 under 081340 ("other dried fruit, n.e.s.") with country- or region-specific splits such as CN 08134010 for dried peaches. Raw material supply is anchored in major peach-producing origins, and dehydration typically occurs near orchards to manage fresh-fruit perishability and reduce shipped weight and volume. UN Comtrade data via WITS for HS 081340 indicates leading import demand in 2024 from the United States, China, and major European markets (e.g., Germany and the United Kingdom), while exports are concentrated among a small set of origins/processing hubs. Market access and pricing are strongly influenced by annual peach crop variability and by compliance with additive and labeling requirements for sulphites used to control enzymatic browning.
Major Producing Countries- 중국Largest global peach/nectarine producer; also an important dried-fruit processing/export origin.
- 스페인Major European peach producer and a leading exporter in related peach supply chains.
- 이탈리아Major European peach producer and exporter in related peach supply chains.
- 터키Large peach producer; proximate to major dried-fruit processing and export networks.
- 미국Major producer and processor; also a significant import market for dried fruit categories that include dried peaches.
- 칠레Significant Southern Hemisphere producer/exporter in peach supply chains.
- 그리스Notable peach producer/exporter in European stone-fruit supply chains.
Major Exporting Countries- 태국Top exporter in 2024 for HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.), a category that can include dried peaches depending on national splits (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- 중국Top exporter in 2024 for HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- 스페인Top exporter in 2024 for HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- 독일Top exporter in 2024 for HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.); often reflects re-export/processing and EU distribution roles (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- 미국Top exporter in 2024 for HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- 터키Among leading exporters in 2024 for HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- 남아프리카Among leading exporters in 2024 for HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) (UN Comtrade via WITS).
Major Importing Countries- 미국Top importer in 2024 for HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- 중국Top importer in 2024 for HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- 독일Top importer in 2024 for HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- 영국Top importer in 2024 for HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- 캐나다Among top importers in 2024 for HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- 이탈리아Among top importers in 2024 for HS 081340 (Other dried fruit, n.e.s.) (UN Comtrade via WITS).
Risks
Regulatory Compliance HighMany dried fruit products (including dried peach formats) may use sulphiting agents to control browning and preserve color; non-compliance with destination-country additive limits and mandatory sulfite declarations can trigger border rejections, recalls, and abrupt supply disruptions.Control sulphiting as a validated process step, test residual SO2 to applicable limits, and implement robust label/specification checks (including allergen-style sulfite declarations where required).
Climate MediumDehydrated peach availability and pricing are exposed to the underlying peach crop, which can be materially impacted by weather shocks (e.g., frost during flowering, hail, drought/heat) and by the multi-year lead time needed to adjust orchard capacity.Diversify origin exposure, use multi-origin contracting where feasible, and maintain inventory buffers for key SKUs.
Food Safety MediumPesticide residue compliance, foreign matter, and microbiological contamination risks can lead to shipment holds and customer delisting in higher-spec markets.Use supplier approval programs with residue plans, GMP/HACCP controls, and routine third-party testing aligned to customer requirements.
Quality Degradation MediumMoisture pickup during storage or transit can cause stickiness, caking, and mold growth; over-drying can increase brittleness and breakage, degrading grade-out and customer acceptance.Specify moisture/aw targets, use moisture-barrier packaging, and apply humidity-managed warehousing and container loading practices.
Customs Classification LowAt the global HS6 level, dried peaches are often not cleanly separable from other dried fruits (HS 081340), and many jurisdictions rely on national extensions (e.g., CN 08134010). Misclassification can delay clearance and distort trade visibility.Align product specs to the destination tariff schedule and pre-validate HS codes with customs brokers and binding rulings where available.
Sustainability- Energy intensity of thermal dehydration (fuel/electricity costs and emissions exposure)
- Orchard water stewardship and climate resilience in major peach-growing regions
- Food-loss reduction potential by converting perishable peaches into shelf-stable products
Labor & Social- Seasonal labor reliance in orchard harvest and sorting/processing operations
- Worker safety and hygiene controls in facilities handling sulphiting agents and drying operations
FAQ
Which HS codes are commonly used to classify dehydrated (dried) peaches in international trade?Dried peaches fall under the HS dried-fruit chapter 0813. In many datasets they are captured within HS6 code 081340 ("other dried fruit, n.e.s."), while some jurisdictions publish a more specific national extension such as CN 08134010 for dried peaches including nectarines.
Why are sulfites a major compliance issue for dehydrated peaches and other dried fruits?Sulfiting agents are commonly used to help prevent browning and preserve color in dried fruit, but they are tightly regulated and can require mandatory labeling in some markets. Codex GSFA provisions allow sulfites in the dried fruit category with specified maximum levels, and U.S. labeling expectations require declaration when sulfites are present at or above defined thresholds.
Which countries are major importers and exporters of the HS 081340 dried-fruit category that can include dried peaches?UN Comtrade data via WITS for HS 081340 shows that in 2024 major importers included the United States, China, Germany, and the United Kingdom, while major exporters included Thailand, China, and Spain (with additional large roles for Germany and the United States in exports).