Family Size Sauerkraut Jar

Family size sauerkraut in large 32oz glass jars is fermented cabbage preserved naturally for household use, without vinegar. Classified under HTS 2005.99.30.00 as retail sauerkraut, it fits prepared vegetables not frozen or from heading 2006. Ideal for bulk retail consumption.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.8%+35.0%39.8%
🇲🇽Mexico4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇨🇦Canada4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇩🇪Germany4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇯🇵Japan4.8%+10.0%14.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

2005.99.97.00Higher: 46.2% vs 39.8%

If jars exceeding typical retail sizes for foodservice

Institutional bulk classifies under other vegetable preparations.

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 39.8%

If minimally processed refrigerated bulk

Non-shelf-stable refrigerated goes to provisionally preserved.

2002Lower: 21.6% vs 39.8%

If tomato-based sauerkraut sauce with >7% dry weight

Tomato juice products with high solids classify in heading 2002 per chapter note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Calculate duties based on net drained weight; provide accurate fill weights to CBP

Ensure jars have tamper-evident seals meeting retail food safety standards

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Pasteurized sauerkraut is finely shredded cabbage fermented with lactic acid bacteria, preserved without vinegar or acetic acid, and packed in glass jars for retail sale. It falls under HTS 2005.99.30.00 as sauerkraut, a prepared vegetable product not frozen and not of heading 2006. This classification applies to traditional fermented cabbage meeting the 'sauerkraut' definition.

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Refrigerated Raw Pack Sauerkraut

Refrigerated raw pack sauerkraut is naturally fermented cabbage requiring cold storage, packed without pasteurization or vinegar preservation. It qualifies for HTS 2005.99.30.00 as non-frozen sauerkraut prepared otherwise than by vinegar. The refrigeration maintains its live culture probiotic properties.

Red Cabbage Sauerkraut

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Canned Sauerkraut for Retail

Canned sauerkraut is fermented cabbage heat-processed in tin cans for shelf stability, preserved without vinegar or acetic acid. Under HTS 2005.99.30.00, it is classified as sauerkraut, a non-frozen prepared vegetable product. This form is common for long-term retail distribution.