Sugared Lingonberries in Jars
Fresh-like lingonberries (Vaccinium vitis-idaea) preserved in sugar syrup within glass jars. The syrup preservation maintains the berry structure while adding sweetening, qualifying the product as otherwise prepared under heading 20.08, specifically subheading 2008.93.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
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 lingonberries are mixed with other berries or fruits in the syrup
Mixtures of preserved fruits are classified under the 'other' subheading of heading 20.08.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the syrup concentration is sufficient to preserve the berries without refrigeration, as this affects the preservation method
• Ensure the jars are properly sealed and labelled with the net weight and sugar content
• Check that the product is not considered a fruit jelly under chapter note 2, which would reclassify it to heading 17.04
Related Products under Tariff item 2008.93.00
Canned Cranberries in Heavy Syrup
Whole cranberries (Vaccinium macrocarpon) packed in heavy sugar syrup in metal cans, intended for baking and culinary uses. The berries are preserved by heat processing in syrup, which qualifies them as otherwise prepared or preserved under heading 20.08, specifically subheading 2008.93 for cranberries.
Canned Lingonberry Jam
Lingonberries (Vaccinium vitis-idaea) cooked with sugar into a spreadable jam, packed in glass jars. The cooking and sugar addition preserve the berries, making them otherwise prepared under heading 20.08, and the specific subheading 2008.93 covers lingonberries.
Canned Whole Cranberries in Light Syrup
Whole cranberries (Vaccinium macrocarpon) preserved in light sugar syrup, packed in tin cans for retail sale. The light syrup preserves the berries without heavy sweetening, and the product is otherwise prepared under heading 20.08, specifically subheading 2008.93 for cranberries.
Dried Cranberries with Added Sugar
Cranberries dehydrated and coated with sugar for extended shelf life, commonly used in baking and snacks. The dehydration and sugar coating are preservation processes that qualify the product as otherwise prepared under heading 20.08, and subheading 2008.93 specifically covers cranberries.
Dried Sweetened Cranberry Pieces
Chopped cranberries dried and sugar-infused for cereal inclusion. The cutting and sugar infusion preserve the fruit and prepare it for use as an ingredient, falling under heading 20.08 as otherwise prepared, with subheading 2008.93 for cranberries.
Frozen Dried Lingonberries
Lingonberries (Vaccinium vitis-idaea) freeze-dried with minimal sugar coating for snacks. Freeze-drying preserves the berries and the light sugar coating adds sweetening, qualifying the product as otherwise prepared under heading 20.08, specifically subheading 2008.93.