Canned Water Chestnut Halves
Canned water chestnut halves are peeled, sliced, and heat-processed in water or light brine without vinegar or acetic acid. They are classified under tariff item 2005.99.90 as other prepared vegetables, since water chestnuts are not specifically named in the sibling subheadings.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 8% | — | 8% |
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 water chestnuts are of the Chinese variety (Eleocharis dulcis)
This subheading specifically includes water chestnuts, but excludes Chinese water chestnuts, which are classified elsewhere.
If the water chestnuts are preserved by sugar or as a fruit preparation
Heading 2008 covers fruit and other edible parts of plants prepared or preserved by sugar or other methods.
If the water chestnuts are frozen rather than canned
Frozen vegetables are classified in Chapter 07, not Chapter 20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the packing medium is water or light brine, not vinegar, to stay under this item
• Ensure the product is not frozen, as frozen vegetables fall under Chapter 07
• Keep records of the heat treatment process to demonstrate preparation beyond simple preservation
Related Products under Tariff item 2005.99.90
Brined Cocktail Onions
Brined cocktail onions are small onions preserved in a saltwater brine, packaged in jars for use in cocktails such as gibsons. They are prepared without vinegar or acetic acid and are not frozen, placing them under tariff item 2005.99.90 as other prepared vegetables.
Bulk Preserved Onions
Bulk preserved onions are whole or chopped onions in large containers of brine, intended for foodservice use. They are prepared without vinegar or acetic acid and not frozen, classifying under 2005.99.90 as other prepared vegetables.
Canned Sauerkraut for Retail
Canned sauerkraut for retail, fermented cabbage heat-processed in tin cans for shelf stability, preserved without vinegar or acetic acid. Not frozen, and not products of heading 20.06, this product falls under tariff item 2005.99.90 as 'Other' vegetables.
Canned Sliced Onions
Canned sliced onions are peeled, sliced onions preserved in water or brine inside metal cans, without vinegar or acetic acid. They are not frozen, so they fall under 2005.99.90 as other prepared vegetables.
Cooked Onions in Pouch
Cooked onions in pouches are pre-cooked onions sterilized and sealed in flexible pouches for retail sale. They are prepared without vinegar or acetic acid and not frozen, classifying under 2005.99.90 as other prepared vegetables.
Family Size Sauerkraut Jar
Family size sauerkraut jar, fermented cabbage preserved naturally for household use, without vinegar, in large 32oz glass jars. Not frozen, and not products of heading 20.06, this product falls under tariff item 2005.99.90 as 'Other' vegetables.