Bartlett Pear Slices in Syrup
Bartlett pear slices preserved in sugar syrup, packed in cans for retail sale. The product is prepared by heat processing and contains added sweetening matter, placing it under tariff item 2008.40.90 as pears otherwise prepared or preserved, not elsewhere specified.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is pear pulp
Pear pulp is a distinct product form covered by a separate tariff item.
If the product is pear chips
Pear chips are a distinct product form covered by a separate tariff item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is declared under 2008.40.90 as 'Other' pears, not as pulp or chips
• Verify the sugar content and packaging size for accurate classification
• Keep records of the preparation process to support the tariff classification
Related Products under Tariff item 2008.40.90
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Organic Bartlett pears preserved in organic pear juice concentrate, packed in 15 oz cans. This product is prepared or preserved pears in small containers, not homogenized or juiced, fitting under tariff item 2008.40.90.
Bartlett Pears in Water
Bartlett pears in water are packed without heavy syrup, offering a low-sugar option in cans. They are classified under tariff item 2008.40.90 as pears otherwise prepared or preserved, not elsewhere specified, since they are not pulp or chips and are preserved in water.
Bartlett Pear Slices in Natural Juice
Bartlett pear slices preserved in their natural juice, canned in 398 ml containers. This product is prepared or preserved pears in small retail containers, not homogenized or juiced, fitting under tariff item 2008.40.90.
Bulk Preserved Pears for Processing
Bulk preserved pears for processing are large cans of pears in syrup intended for food manufacturing. They fall under tariff item 2008.40.90 as pears otherwise prepared or preserved, not elsewhere specified, because they are not pulp or chips and are not packaged for retail sale.
Canned Pear Halves in Light Syrup
Canned pear halves packed in light sugar syrup, heat-processed for preservation and sold for retail consumption. This product is prepared or preserved pears with added sweetening matter, not homogenized or juiced, fitting under tariff item 2008.40.90.
Del Monte Bartlett Pear Chunks in Juice
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