Sulfur Dioxide Preserved Capers in Salt Solution

Capers preserved provisionally with sulfur dioxide gas or in salt solution to prevent spoilage during storage. Unsuitable for direct consumption due to high salinity and need for rinsing or pickling. Fits HTS 0711.90.65.00 for other provisionally preserved vegetables.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.7%+35.0%42.7%
🇲🇽Mexico7.7%+10.0%17.7%
🇨🇦Canada7.7%+10.0%17.7%
🇩🇪Germany7.7%+10.0%17.7%
🇯🇵Japan7.7%+10.0%17.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

2001.90.10.00Lower: 25.5% vs 42.7%

If brined and ready for retail as capers

Prepared capers suitable for immediate use fall under heading 2001 for vegetables in vinegar or acetic acid.

0712.90Lower: 18.3% vs 42.7%

If dehydrated but not fully dried

Dehydrated vegetables provisionally preserved differently classify under 0712.

0904.11.00Lower: 7.5% vs 42.7%

If dried and ground peppers mistaken

Excludes dried Capsicum per Chapter Note, but capers not applicable; redirects to spices.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document exact preservation method (e.g

SO2 levels) to prove provisional status per Chapter Note

Label clearly as 'not for immediate consumption' to aid CBP review