Apples in Light Syrup
Sliced apples preserved in cans with light sugar syrup, ready for consumption. This product falls under tariff item 2008.99.40 as it is a preparation of melons of the genus Cucumis melo, specifically cubes in syrup, and the apples are preserved with added sweetening matter.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the apples are not in syrup but in another packing medium
Other prepared or preserved fruits not elsewhere specified
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is correctly classified as melon cubes in syrup, not as other preserved fruits
• Verify the syrup concentration and packaging to meet CBSA labeling requirements
• Keep records of the product's origin to claim any applicable preferential tariff treatment
Related Products under Tariff item 2008.99.40
Apples in Unsweetened Packing Medium
Halved apples packed in water or apple juice concentrate, preserved without added sugar. This product is classified under tariff item 2008.99.40 as it involves melons of the genus Cucumis melo, specifically cubes in syrup, and the apples are preserved in a liquid medium.
Baked Apple Slices in Juice
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Canned Applesauce
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Glazed Apple Rings
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No-Sugar-Added Apple Chunks
Diced apples preserved in unsweetened fruit juice, labeled no added sugar. This product is classified under tariff item 2008.99.40 as it involves melons of the genus Cucumis melo, specifically cubes in syrup, and the apples are preserved without sweetening matter.
Organic Canned Apple Wedges
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