Frozen Orange Zest from Mexico
Finely grated outer peel of oranges, frozen to preserve freshness for culinary use in desserts and beverages. Falls under HTS 0814.00.10.00 as frozen peel of orange, meeting the chapter's criteria for minimally processed citrus byproducts.
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
• Label clearly as 'frozen citrus peel' with net weight excluding any added preservatives to prevent misclassification
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for frozen agricultural products entering the US
• Check for temperature logs during transit to ensure product remains frozen and suitable for classification