Unsulfited Desiccated Coconut from China
Desiccated coconut processed without sulfur preservatives, naturally dehydrated for allergy-sensitive markets. HTS 0801.11.00.00 as standard desiccated form, distinguished from chemically preserved under Chapter 0812.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Lab certification of <10ppm sulfites prevents 0812 reclassification
• Allergen declaration mandatory; highlight sulfite-free status
• Shelf life testing crucial as natural processing may limit stability claims