Industrial Brine Oranges from Mexico
Oranges in heavy brine solution destined for industrial juice processing plants. High salinity ensures preservation during bulk shipping from groves. HTS 0812.90.2000 classification for provisionally preserved citrus.
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
• End-user letters from processors prove industrial destination
• Brine strength testing certificates prevent fresh fruit misclassification
• Bulk IBC totes preferred over consumer packaging