Sliced Bamboo Shoots in Brine

Thinly sliced fresh bamboo shoots packed in a mild salt brine solution in tin cans for retail sale. Classified under HTS 2005.91.97.00 as 'other' bamboo shoots preserved without vinegar or freezing, distinct from pickled varieties. Popular in quick-cooking recipes requiring tender texture.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China11.2%+35.0%46.2%
🇲🇽Mexico11.2%+10.0%21.2%
🇨🇦Canada11.2%+10.0%21.2%
🇩🇪Germany11.2%+10.0%21.2%
🇯🇵Japan11.2%+10.0%21.2%

Alternative Classifications

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

2005.80.00.00Lower: 40.6% vs 46.2%

If preserved using vinegar or acetic acid

Vinegar-pickled bamboo shoots fall under the specific subheading for sweet corn and similar acid-preserved vegetables.

2004.90Lower: 21.2% vs 46.2%

If potatoes are the primary ingredient with bamboo shoots as minor component

Products where potatoes predominate shift to potato preparations under heading 2004.

0714.90Lower: 18.3% vs 46.2%

If frozen after minimal processing

Any frozen bamboo shoots, even briefly blanched, classify under Chapter 07 frozen vegetables.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure brine solution pH remains above 4.6 to distinguish from acidified products that might classify elsewhere

Include commercial invoice specifying 'bamboo shoots only' to prevent mixture reclassification

Obtain Certificate of Analysis confirming no acetic acid content for smooth customs clearance