Dried Mandarin Oranges from Mexico
Whole dried mandarin oranges are air-dried fruits with wrinkled skin and intensified sweet-tart flavor, popular in Chinese cuisine. HTS 0805.29.00.00 covers them as dried 'other' mandarins without additives. Shelf-stable for long-term storage.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for sulfur dioxide residues; levels above 10ppm may require FDA detention
• Provide drying process validation to distinguish from chemically preserved fruits
• Use moisture-proof packaging to prevent mold during ocean freight transit