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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2005.99.41Same rate: 35%

If bamboo shoots

Whole bamboo shoots have a dedicated subheading under 2005.99.41.

2009.89.70Lower: 25% vs 35%

If juice extracted and unfermented

Vegetable juices (not from concentrate) without added spirit go to heading 2009.

1604.19.41.00Higher: 45% vs 35%

If caviar or similar prepared fish product mislabeled

Prepared fish products including some veggie mixes are in Chapter 16; avoid confusion.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test glass jar integrity for pressure; declare packing material if over certain thresholds

Provide sterilization process details to confirm not raw or frozen

Retail-packed jars (<5kg) help maintain classification vs bulk industrial packs