Preservative-Treated Blueberries

Blueberries treated with preservative solutions for storage stability. Chemical treatment makes berries unsuitable for immediate consumption. Classified HTS 0812.90.90.00.

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.

0810.40.00Same rate: 35%

If fresh berries

Fresh blueberries are heading 0810.

2008Lower: 16% vs 35%

If processed for yogurt/etc.

Prepared strawberries/blueberries Chapter 20.

0710.80.70Higher: 46.3% vs 35%

If frozen

Frozen berries under Chapter 7.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Chemical treatment logs essential for classification

Industrial packaging reinforces provisional status

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Sulfur Dioxide Preserved Cherries

Cherries treated with sulfur dioxide gas solely for provisional preservation during transport or storage. They remain unsuitable for immediate consumption due to the preservative treatment and strong sulfur taste. Classified under HTS 0812.90.90.00 as fruit provisionally preserved per Chapter Note.

Brine-Preserved Grapes

Grapes preserved in brine solution to prevent spoilage during storage and shipping. The salty brine renders them unsuitable for direct eating until rinsed and processed further. Fits HTS 0812.90.90.00 for provisionally preserved fruit per chapter definition.

Sulfur Water Treated Apricots

Apricots preserved in sulfur water solution for temporary storage protection. The treatment preserves color and prevents mold but makes them unpalatable for immediate consumption. Covered by HTS 0812.90.90.00 as other provisionally preserved fruit.

Preservative Solution Pears

Pears stored in chemical preservative solutions to maintain quality during transport. They require rinsing and further processing before consumption due to the treatment. HTS 0812.90.90.00 applies to such other provisionally preserved fruits.

SO2 Gas Treated Plums

Plums exposed to sulfur dioxide gas for mold prevention during storage. The gas treatment imparts an off-flavor making them unsuitable until processed further. Qualifies under HTS 0812.90.90.00 for other preserved fruits.