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%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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