Retort Pouched Carrot Cubes from Canada
Carrot cubes in flexible retort pouches that are hermetically sealed airtight containers, preserved by retort sterilization. HTS 2005.99.10.00 covers carrots in such airtight containers, prepared without vinegar. Pouches qualify as airtight per tariff practice.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.4%
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
Import Tips
• Validate pouch as airtight via pressure test docs; FDA registration for low-acid canning
• Pitfall: leaks cause total shipment rejection