Libby's Pineapple Spears in Sugar Syrup
Pineapple spears packed in cane sugar syrup, ready to eat as a snack. The added sugar syrup preserves the fruit and classifies it under tariff item 2008.20.00, which covers pineapples otherwise prepared or preserved with added sweetening matter.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the syrup's sugar content is accurately declared, as it affects the product's classification and applicable duty
• Keep records of the packing medium and processing method to present to the CBSA if requested
• Verify that the product does not contain added spirit, which could shift classification
Related Products under Tariff item 2008.20.00
Aseptic Pineapple Puree
Sterile pineapple puree preserved aseptically without cans, intended for industrial use in smoothies and sauces. The puree is otherwise prepared or preserved, and it falls under tariff item 2008.20.00 as pineapples, not elsewhere specified, without added sugar.
Bulk Canned Pineapple for Processing
Large cans of pineapple chunks for further food processing industries, not for direct consumer sale. The chunks are otherwise prepared or preserved, and the product falls under tariff item 2008.20.00 as pineapples, not elsewhere specified.
Canned Pineapple Chunks in Heavy Syrup
Canned pineapple chunks packed in heavy sugar syrup, preserved in airtight tin cans for extended shelf life. This product falls under tariff item 2008.20.00 as it consists of prepared pineapple fruit preserved with added sugar, not qualifying as cooked per heading 20.07 notes or as juice under heading 20.09.
Canned Pineapple Rings in Syrup
Whole pineapple rings preserved in syrup, suitable for tropical presentations. Under tariff item 2008.20.00 for preserved pineapple with added sugar, not qualifying as cooked per heading 20.07 notes or as high-dry-weight juice under heading 20.02.
Crushed Pineapple in Juice
Crushed pineapple pieces preserved in pineapple juice, canned for convenience. This fits tariff item 2008.20.00 as prepared or preserved pineapple, even with its own juice as the medium, not qualifying as pure juice under heading 20.09 because it contains visible fruit pieces.
Crushed Pineapple in Syrup
Crushed pineapple preserved in sugar syrup, used in baking such as upside-down cakes. The added sugar syrup preserves the fruit, and the product falls under tariff item 2008.20.00 as pineapples otherwise prepared or preserved with added sweetening matter.