Frozen Steamed Sweet Napoleon Cherries from Mexico
Sweet Napoleon cherries are steamed to soften then frozen, offering a bright red color and balanced sweetness. HTS 0811.90.80.40 applies to these sweet varieties processed by steaming or boiling and frozen. Popular in European pastries and sorbets.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.040%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(iii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Steam processing documentation helps differentiate from raw frozen product
• Ensure cherries remain 'unsuitable for immediate consumption' if any preservatives used
• Batch testing for varietal consistency prevents customs disputes