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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%+37.5%48.7%
🇲🇽Mexico11.2%+10.0%21.2%
🇨🇦Canada11.2%+10.0%21.2%
🇩🇪Germany11.2%—11.2%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2005.80.00.00Lower: 43.1% vs 48.7%

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: 23.7% vs 48.7%

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: 20.8% vs 48.7%

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