Pickled Red Onions
Sliced red onions preserved in a vinegar and acetic acid solution, often with spices, used as a condiment on sandwiches and tacos. Classified under HTS 2001.90.38.00 as onions are vegetables preserved by vinegar or acetic acid, falling into the 'other' category not specifically enumerated. Retail-packed in glass jars or pouches.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If artichokes
Artichokes preserved by vinegar have dedicated subheading 2001.90.34.00.
If provisionally preserved without acetic acid
Onions temporarily preserved in brine or salt (not qualifying as vinegar pickling) classified in 0711.
If tomato-based with 7%+ dry weight
Per chapter note, tomato preparations with high dry matter go to heading 2002, but onions would not typically apply.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include certificates of analysis showing vinegar/acetic acid preservation to avoid reclassification to fresh onions (0703)
• Check for acidified food regulations under FDA; pH below 4.6 required for low-acid shelf-stable pickles
Related Products under HTS 2001.90.38.00
Pickled Jalapeño Peppers
Whole or sliced jalapeño peppers preserved in vinegar brine with spices, used in Mexican cuisine and as pizza toppings. This fits HTS 2001.90.38.00 for other vegetables preserved by vinegar or acetic acid, as peppers are not specifically listed elsewhere in 2001.90. Typically in jars for retail.
Pickled Cauliflower Florets
Cauliflower broken into florets and pickled in vinegar with turmeric and mustard seed for yellow color. HTS 2001.90.38.00 applies as cauliflower is an other vegetable preserved by vinegar/acetic acid. Popular in Indian-style piccalilli.
Pickled Okra Pods
Whole okra pods preserved in vinegar brine, often with dill, a Southern US delicacy. Classified in HTS 2001.90.38.00 as okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) is an other vegetable pickled with vinegar or acetic acid.
Pickled Baby Corn
Immature corn cobs (Zea mays) pickled in vinegar solution, used in salads and stir-fries. HTS 2001.90.38.00 for other vegetables preserved by vinegar, distinct from sweet corn in 2005.80.
Pickled Water Chestnuts
Sliced water chestnuts (Eleocharis dulcis tubers) preserved in vinegar, common in Asian cuisine. Fits HTS 2001.90.38.00 as an other vegetable pickled with acetic acid.
Pickled Garlic Cloves
Peeled garlic cloves preserved in vinegar, used whole in cooking or as antipasto. Under HTS 2001.90.38.00 as garlic is an other vegetable preserved by vinegar/acetic acid.