Air-Dried Tomato Slices from Mexico
Thin slices of tomatoes dried via hot air circulation, popular in gourmet cooking and pizza toppings. Classified in HTS 0712.90.78.00 as sliced dried tomatoes, other than those specifically excluded. Remains a whole vegetable form, unsuitable for immediate eating without rehydration.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Document drying temperature logs to confirm compliance with FDA dehydration standards
• Avoid bulk mixing with onions to prevent reclassification as mixtures
• Phytosanitary inspections are key for insect-free certification