Pineapple Chunks in Unsweetened Pineapple Juice
Large pineapple chunks preserved in unsweetened pineapple juice, canned for retail sale. This product is prepared or preserved pineapple with no added sugar, distinguished from pure juices by the visible fruit content, and falls under tariff item 2008.20.00.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is mostly juice with minimal fruit pieces
Pineapple juice falls under heading 20.09.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document that no sugar has been added to support classification under this item
• Ensure the juice medium does not exceed 0.5% alcohol by volume
• Provide a detailed product description to avoid misclassification as pineapple juice
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