Sliced Water Chestnuts in Brine from China
Water chestnuts sliced thin and packed in a mild brine solution for preservation, ideal for quick addition to recipes without draining. Classified under HTS 2005.99.41.10 due to being sliced, non-Chinese water chestnuts prepared without vinegar, freezing, or heading 2006 methods. Commonly used in canned form for extended shelf life.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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 composition is documented to confirm no acetic acid content exceeding trace levels, maintaining 2005 classification
• Use commercial invoices specifying slice thickness and botanical name to differentiate from Chinese water chestnuts
• Comply with USDA import permits if required for vegetable products, checking for pest risks in origin country