Commercial Capers in Acetic Acid Solution

Industrial-sized containers of capers preserved in a vinegar-acetic acid solution, each holding over 3.4 kg for restaurant or processing use. Classified under HTS 2001.90.10.00 due to the bulk packaging and specific preservation method for capers. Excludes retail infant food preparations per subheading notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+17.5%25.5%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪Germany8%+10.0%18%
🇯🇵Japan8%+10.0%18%

Alternative Classifications

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

2001.90.25.00Higher: 45.2% vs 25.5%

If retail packs under 3.4 kg

Smaller consumer containers of the same preserved capers use the retail subheading.

2005Lower: 21.2% vs 25.5%

If homogenized for infant food in ≤250g jars

Finely homogenized caper preparations for infants take precedence under 2005.10 per subheading note.

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 25.5%

If provisionally preserved without vinegar

Capers preserved temporarily by other means (e.g., salt only) are in Chapter 7.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include commercial invoice specifying acetic acid preservation and exact container weights to prevent reclassification

Ensure no added sugars or spirits exceeding limits, as higher alcohol content moves to Chapter 22

Related Products under HTS 2001.90.10.00

Bulk Pickled Capers in Brine

Large jars of capers preserved in vinegar or acetic acid brine, packed in immediate containers holding more than 3.4 kg, suitable for food service or wholesale use. These fall under HTS 2001.90.10.00 as capers in bulk containers exceeding the weight threshold, distinct from retail packs. The preservation method aligns with chapter provisions for vinegar-acetic acid preparations.

Large Jar Non-Pareil Capers in Vinegar

Premium non-pareil grade capers preserved in vinegar, packed in 5 kg glass or plastic jars for bulk sales. This HTS 2001.90.10.00 classification applies to capers in containers over 3.4 kg, preserved by vinegar or acetic acid as defined in Chapter 20. Ideal for food manufacturers or caterers.

Bulk Capote Capers Acetic Pickled

Capote-sized capers pickled in acetic acid, in immediate containers over 3.4 kg for wholesale distribution. Falls under HTS 2001.90.10.00 for bulk capers preserved by vinegar/acetic acid, not homogenized or for infant use per notes. Commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine preparations.

5kg Drum Capers in Vinegar Brine

Capers preserved in vinegar brine, packed in 5 kg plastic drums for commercial food service. HTS 2001.90.10.00 covers these bulk containers over 3.4 kg of vinegar-preserved capers, excluding fruit juices or cooked preps per chapter notes. Suitable for large-scale culinary applications.

Wholesale Capers Vinegar Preserved Bulk

Vinegar-preserved capers in bulk pails exceeding 3.4 kg, designed for wholesale to restaurants and processors. This product matches HTS 2001.90.10.00 for capers in large immediate containers using acetic acid preservation. Not applicable to homogenized or high-Brix juices per notes.