Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormDried
Industry PositionFood Ingredient
Market
Dried carrot in Kazakhstan is a dehydrated vegetable ingredient typically traded under HS heading 0712 (dried vegetables), with the EAEU TN VED code commonly referenced as 0712 90 500 0 for dried carrots. Kazakhstan functions primarily as an import-supplied market for dried vegetable ingredients: WITS reports Kazakhstan imported HS 071290 (dried vegetables, n.e.s.) at USD 4.11 million in 2022, with China and the Russian Federation among the largest suppliers. As an EAEU member, Kazakhstan operates within a common technical regulation environment for food safety and labeling, which shapes market entry requirements for packaged dried vegetable ingredients. Domestic demand is supported by local “fast food”/instant noodle manufacturing capacity (e.g., documented instant noodle plants), though dried-carrot-specific usage volumes are not publicly disclosed in the sources reviewed.
Market RoleNet importer (import-supplied ingredient market)
Domestic RoleIngredient input for domestic packaged food manufacturing and food ingredient distribution; specific dried-carrot consumption volumes are not publicly reported in the sources reviewed.
SeasonalityDried carrot is a shelf-stable ingredient and is typically available year-round; market tightness is more influenced by import flows, border clearance, and inventory management than by local harvest seasonality.
Specification
Physical Attributes- Common traded forms include whole, cut, sliced, broken, or powder (as described in the EAEU TN VED code text for dried carrots).
Supply Chain
Value Chain- Foreign dehydration/packing supplier → cross-border shipment to Kazakhstan → importer/wholesaler (ingredient distribution) → domestic food manufacturers and/or repackers → retail/foodservice (as applicable)
Temperature- Ambient shipment and storage are typical; moisture control (dry, sealed packaging) is critical to prevent caking and quality loss.
Shelf Life- Shelf life is generally driven by moisture ingress control and packaging integrity rather than cold-chain continuity.
Freight IntensityMedium
Transport ModeLand
Risks
Phytosanitary HighQuarantine phytosanitary non-compliance (e.g., detection of quarantine objects/alien types in plant-origin goods, or failure to meet quarantine phytosanitary requirements) can result in enforcement actions such as disinfection, return to sender, or destruction, effectively blocking market entry for the shipment.Implement supplier pre-shipment inspection and hygiene controls, ensure packaging integrity, and align documentation/marking with Kazakhstan quarantine phytosanitary requirements for the specific product classification prior to dispatch.
Regulatory Compliance MediumNon-conformance with EAEU technical regulations for food safety and packaged food labeling (e.g., TR CU 021/2011 and TR CU 022/2011) can prevent lawful circulation/market placement and lead to withdrawal or enforcement action.Obtain/validate the applicable EAEU Declaration of Conformity (EAC) pathway for the product and pre-approve label content against TR CU 022/2011 before import and distribution.
Logistics MediumCross-border land logistics and inspection delays can disrupt delivery schedules for bulk dried ingredients, increasing total landed cost and risking downstream production interruptions for domestic manufacturers.Use buffer inventory planning, confirm border/terminal handling requirements in advance, and ensure document consistency to reduce inspection-related dwell time.
FAQ
Which HS/TN VED code is commonly referenced for dried carrot in Kazakhstan trade paperwork?At the HS heading level, dried vegetables are classified under HS 0712. In the EAEU TN VED nomenclature, dried carrots are commonly referenced as code 0712 90 500 0.
Is Kazakhstan mainly an importer for dried vegetable ingredients relevant to dried carrot?Yes for the broader dried-vegetable ingredient category: World Bank WITS reports Kazakhstan imported USD 4,111.70K of HS 071290 (dried vegetables, n.e.s.) in 2022, with major supply from China and the Russian Federation, indicating import reliance in this category.
What are the key compliance frameworks that typically apply to packaged dried vegetable ingredients placed on the Kazakhstan market?Within the EAEU framework, food products are regulated under TR CU 021/2011 for food safety (including declaration of conformity and related requirements) and TR CU 022/2011 for labeling of packaged foods, alongside Kazakhstan’s quarantine phytosanitary requirements for plant-origin quarantine products.