Pickled Cucumbers (Dill Pickles) from China
Whole or sliced cucumbers preserved in vinegar or acetic acid brine with dill, garlic, and spices, commonly known as dill pickles. This product falls under HTS 2001.90.38.00 as it is a vegetable (cucumbers) prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid, not specifically provided for elsewhere in the vegetable subheadings of heading 2001. It is typically packed in jars for retail sale.
Duty Rate — China → United States
47.1%
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
• Verify acetic acid content exceeds 0.5% to confirm classification under Chapter 20; provide lab analysis if challenged by CBP
• Ensure labeling complies with FDA food safety standards, including country of origin and ingredient declaration