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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+7.5%15.5%
🇲🇽Mexico8%8%
🇨🇦Canada8%8%
🇩🇪Germany8%8%
🇯🇵Japan8%8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2008.93.00.00Higher: 39.5% vs 15.5%

If in strong vinegar for retail

Capers prepared in vinegar solutions suitable for direct use are classified under 2008 for miscellaneous preserved vegetables.

0711.90Same rate: 15.5%

If for industrial processing sets

Capers sold as part of mixed vegetable sets for processing fall under residual other vegetables in 0711.90.90.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label containers clearly as 'not for immediate consumption'; comply with country-specific acetic acid limits in preservatives

Pitfall: Overly strong vinegar may trigger food safety holds