Sliced Bamboo Shoots in Brine from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

46.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)

Import Tips

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