Bulk Capers in Salt Pack
Whole capers preserved in dry salt for temporary storage, typically sold in bulk plastic-lined barrels or bags. The high salt concentration provisionally preserves them but makes them unsuitable for eating without soaking and rinsing first. Classified under HTS 0711.90.30.00 as provisionally preserved capers per the tariff schedule.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If rinsed and ready-to-eat
Capers processed beyond provisional preservation into a consumable state shift to Chapter 20 for vegetables prepared or preserved.
If not specifically capers but similar buds
Other provisionally preserved vegetable buds excluding capers go under the broader 0711.90.50 category.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide lab analysis confirming salt levels ensure provisional preservation only; use phytosanitary certificates for plant origin
• Avoid misdeclaring as retail-ready to prevent higher duties
Related Products under HTS 0711.90.30.00
Jarred Capers in Brine
Capers, the pickled flower buds of the Capparis spinosa plant, preserved in a brine solution and packed in glass jars. They are treated solely for provisional preservation during transport or storage, remaining unsuitable for immediate consumption without rinsing due to high salt content. This fits HTS 0711.90.30.00 as capers are explicitly classified under this subheading for provisionally preserved vegetables.
Vinegar-Preserved Capers in Drums
Capers stored in a weak vinegar solution inside food-grade plastic drums for short-term preservation during shipping. This treatment keeps them viable for later processing but too acidic for immediate consumption. HTS 0711.90.30.00 covers such capers as per Chapter 7 notes on provisional preservation.
Sulfured Capers in Bulk Bags
Capers treated with sulfur dioxide gas for provisional preservation, packed in breathable bulk bags to prevent spoilage during transport. They require washing to remove preservatives before use, aligning with Chapter 7 heading 0711 requirements. Specifically under 0711.90.30.00 for capers.
Non-Pareil Capers in Brine Barrels
Premium small Non-Pareil size capers preserved in brine within large wooden or plastic barrels for wholesale. Unsuitable for immediate consumption due to intense salinity, fitting the provisional preservation criteria of HTS 0711.90.30.00.