Tomato Filets Canned
Tomato filets canned are thin tomato filets preserved in juice without vinegar, for Mediterranean dishes. They are classified under 2002.10.00 as tomatoes in pieces, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar, maintaining the filet shape.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 11.5% | — | 11.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 11.5% | — | 11.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 11.5% | — | 11.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 11.5% | — | 11.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 11.5% | — | 11.5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the filets are processed into a paste or puree
Tomato paste is classified separately from pieces.
If the product is homogenized for infant or dietetic use
Homogenized vegetables are classified in subheading 2005.10.
If the product is mostly juice with filets
Tomato juice is classified under heading 20.09.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the filets are not ground or pureed, as that would change classification
• Ensure no vinegar is used
• If the filets are in oil or a sauce, verify the additional ingredients do not alter the tariff item
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