2005.99.41.10/Sliced Canned Water Chestnuts/Germany

Sliced Canned Water Chestnuts from Germany

Canned water chestnuts that have been peeled, sliced, and preserved in water or light brine, ready for use in stir-fries or salads. This product falls under HTS 2005.99.41.10 as sliced water chestnuts (not Chinese water chestnuts), prepared otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid and not frozen. It is a non-perishable vegetable product commonly imported for retail or foodservice.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Verify the product is specifically sliced water chestnuts excluding Chinese varieties (Eleocharis dulcis) to avoid reclassification under other subheadings

• Provide lab analysis or supplier certification confirming no vinegar, acetic acid, or freezing in preservation process

• Label containers clearly with country of origin, net weight, and ingredients to meet FDA food import standards and prevent customs delays