Sliced Water Chestnuts in Glass Jars from China
Sliced water chestnuts packed in glass jars with water for see-through appeal in retail displays, preserving natural crunch. Classified in HTS 2005.99.41.10 as sliced, prepared without vinegar or freezing. Suited for premium supermarket shelves.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify jar net weight under 1kg for retail classification, avoiding bulk rates
• Ensure tamper-evident seals meet FDA jarred food import requirements
• Declare glass as secondary packaging to prevent material-based misclassification