Sliced Pimientos in Vinegar Brine from China
Thinly sliced Capsicum annuum pimientos preserved in a vinegar brine, ideal for salads and sandwiches. This fits HTS 2001.90.35.00 as pimientos specifically preserved by vinegar or acetic acid. Retail-packed in glass jars.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include pH test results showing acidity from acetic acid to distinguish from salt-brined products
• For bulk imports, ensure containers are suitable for food contact to meet import compliance
• Watch for reclassification if slices are too fine, resembling homogenized preparations