Premium Whole Peeled Water Chestnuts
High-quality, hand-peeled whole water chestnuts canned in water, preserved without freezing or vinegar. This product matches 2005.99.41.20 for whole water chestnuts other than Chinese, as part of 'other vegetables' preserved otherwise.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If artichokes instead
Whole artichokes have their own specific subheading under 2005.99.41.
If tomato-based or juice with high dry matter
Tomato preparations with 7%+ dry weight fall under heading 2002 per chapter notes.
If mixed with flour or dehydrated into soup mixes
Dehydrated vegetable mixes for soups are classified as prepared foods in 1905.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain certificates of analysis confirming no acetic acid and whole form to support classification
• Use ISF filings early for food imports; declare exact packing medium to avoid delays
• Avoid bulk packaging over retail sizes if marketed for home use, as it may shift to other codes
Related Products under HTS 2005.99.41.20
Whole Canned Water Chestnuts
Whole water chestnuts (Eleocharis dulcis), peeled and packed in water or light brine, preserved without vinegar or acetic acid. These are not frozen and exclude products of heading 2006, fitting under 2005.99.41.20 as whole water chestnuts other than Chinese variety, prepared for retail use.
Whole Water Chestnuts in Brine
Peeled whole water chestnuts preserved in a light salt brine solution, not involving vinegar or freezing. Classified under HTS 2005.99.41.20 specifically for whole water chestnuts (excluding Chinese), as 'other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid'.
Organic Whole Water Chestnuts Canned
Certified organic whole water chestnuts, peeled and preserved in organic water without additives or vinegar. Fits HTS 2005.99.41.20 as whole non-Chinese water chestnuts, prepared or preserved not by vinegar/acetic acid, not frozen.
Whole Water Chestnuts in Glass Jars
Whole peeled water chestnuts packed in glass jars with water, preserved without vinegar or freezing for retail sale. Classified in 2005.99.41.20 for whole water chestnuts other than Chinese, as other preserved vegetables.
Gourmet Whole Water Chestnuts Preserved
Premium gourmet-grade whole water chestnuts preserved in light syrup-water mix without vinegar. Meets criteria for HTS 2005.99.41.20: whole, non-Chinese water chestnuts, other vegetables preserved not by vinegar/acetic acid, not frozen.