Nonpareil Capers in Acetic Acid

Premium small-sized nonpareil capers preserved in an acetic acid solution for retail use, excluding Malta-style vinegar. Classified under HTS 2001.90.20.00 as other capers prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+35.0%43%
🇲🇽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.

2001.90.10.00Lower: 25.5% vs 43%

If prepared in Malta-type vinegar

Subheading 2001.90.10.00 specifically covers capers preserved in the vinegar style typical of Malta.

2009.89.70Lower: 25% vs 43%

If capers are in a juice-based preparation

If preserved in vegetable juices rather than vinegar, they shift to heading 2009 for juice-preserved products.

0712.90.40Higher: 64.8% vs 43%

If for bulk dried capers sold for further processing

Dried capers provisionally preserved without vinegar are under Chapter 07 as other vegetables.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Classify by size grade (nonpareil is under 7mm) but confirm acetic acid preservation via supplier specs; watch for moisture content to avoid fresh vegetable classification

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