Baked Apple Slices in Juice
Pre-baked apple slices preserved in their own juice, canned for baking or direct use. This product is prepared by cooking, which is a preservation process not covered by Chapter 7, 8, or 11. It is classified under tariff item 2008.99.20 as apples, other than pulp, without added sweetening matter.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4% | — | 4% |
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 apple slices are further processed into a different form
This item covers other prepared or preserved apples not elsewhere specified.
If the slices are dried or crispy
Apple chips are specifically classified under this sibling tariff item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the baking process is the primary preservation method and no additional sugar is added
• Ensure the product is not homogenized or pureed, as that would change classification
• Keep detailed production records to show the apples are in slice form and not pulp
Related Products under Tariff item 2008.99.20
Apples in Light Syrup
Sliced apples preserved in cans with a light sugar syrup, ready for consumption. This product is prepared or preserved by a process other than those specified in Chapter 7, 8, or 11, and does not fall under headings 20.07 or 20.08 as a jelly, paste, or confectionery. It is classified under tariff item 2008.99.20 as apples, other than pulp, with added sweetening matter.
Apples in Unsweetened Packing Medium
Halved apples packed in water or apple juice concentrate, preserved without added sugar. This product is prepared or preserved by a process other than those in Chapter 7, 8, or 11, and does not contain added sweetening matter. It falls under tariff item 2008.99.20 as apples, other than pulp, in an unsweetened packing medium.
Canned Applesauce
Applesauce made from cooked and pureed apples, packed in cans with no added sugar, preserved for retail sale. Although pureed, it is not homogenized for infant or dietetic purposes in containers under 250g, so it does not fall under subheading 2007.10. It is classified under tariff item 2008.99.20 as apples, other than pulp, as it is a prepared apple product not elsewhere specified.
Glazed Apple Rings
Apple rings lightly glazed and preserved in tins, with minimal sweetening. This product is prepared or preserved by a process other than those in Chapter 7, 8, or 11, and is not a jelly or confectionery. It falls under tariff item 2008.99.20 as apples, other than pulp, with added sweetening matter.
No-Sugar-Added Apple Chunks
Diced apples preserved in unsweetened fruit juice, labeled no added sugar. This product is prepared or preserved by a process other than those in Chapter 7, 8, or 11, and does not contain added sweetening matter. It is classified under tariff item 2008.99.20 as apples, other than pulp, in an unsweetened packing medium.
Organic Canned Apple Wedges
Organic apple wedges preserved in water, certified and canned without sweeteners. This product is prepared or preserved by a process other than those in Chapter 7, 8, or 11, and does not contain added sugar. It falls under tariff item 2008.99.20 as apples, other than pulp, in an unsweetened packing medium.