Gerber Tropical Fruit Mix in Airtight Jar
Gerber Tropical Fruit Mix in Airtight Jar is a finely pureed mixture of mango, pineapple, and banana preserved in light syrup, packed in 4 oz airtight glass jars for retail sale. This product falls under tariff item 2008.97.90 as an 'other' mixture, as it does not contain the fruits listed in subheading 2008.97.10 (mango, pineapple, and banana are not enumerated).
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% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a homogenized fruit preparation for infants or young children in containers not exceeding 250 g
Subheading 2007.10 specifically covers homogenized fruit preparations for infant use, which takes precedence over heading 20.08.
If the mixture includes any fruit from the list in that subheading (e.g., if mangoes were replaced with guavas)
The specific subheading for mixtures of listed tropical fruits would apply if such fruits are present.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Check if the product qualifies as a homogenized preparation for infants under subheading 2007.10, which may have different duty rates
• Ensure the product meets Canadian infant food safety standards and is registered with the CFIA if required
• Verify the Brix value of the syrup to ensure correct classification
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