Preservative Solution Tangerines

Tangerines (mandarins) stored in sulfur water or other preservative solutions for provisional preservation. Remains unpeeled and unsuitable for immediate consumption in preserved state. HTS 0812.90.2000 applies to all such treated citrus fruit.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0805Lower: 10.8% vs 35%

If fresh tangerines not treated with solutions

Fresh mandarins/tangerines without preservation under fresh fruit Chapter 08.

2008.20.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If processed into tangerine juice

Fruit juices, even preserved, classified in Chapter 20 heading 2008.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document exact preservative solution composition and treatment duration

Ensure containers prevent leakage and maintain preservation conditions

Avoid retail packaging that suggests immediate consumption suitability

Related Products under HTS 0812.90.20.00

Sulfur-Preserved Oranges

Oranges treated with sulfur dioxide gas for provisional preservation during transport and storage. They remain unsuitable for immediate consumption due to the preservative treatment and require further processing. Classified under HTS 0812.90.2000 as provisionally preserved citrus fruit per Chapter Note to heading 0812.

Brine-Preserved Lemons

Lemons preserved in brine solution to prevent spoilage during shipping from production areas. The brining makes them unsuitable for direct consumption until rinsed and processed further. Fits HTS 0812.90.2000 as citrus fruit provisionally preserved per chapter requirements.

Sulfur Water Treated Kumquats

Whole kumquats preserved in sulfur water solution for temporary storage and transport. Treatment prevents spoilage but requires further preparation before consumption. Classified as citrus fruit under HTS 0812.90.2000.

Provisionally Preserved Clementines

Clementines treated with preservative solutions to ensure quality during overseas shipment. Unsuitable for immediate consumption due to treatment residue and processing needs. HTS 0812.90.2000 covers all such citrus.

Gas-Preserved Mixed Citrus

Mixture of oranges, lemons, and grapefruit treated with sulfur dioxide gas for bulk preservation. Combination treatment maintains fruit integrity during long transport but prevents fresh consumption. Fits HTS 0812.90.2000 as other citrus.

Industrial Brine Oranges

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.