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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If bamboo shoots
Whole bamboo shoots have a dedicated subheading under 2005.99.41.
If juice extracted and unfermented
Vegetable juices (not from concentrate) without added spirit go to heading 2009.
If caviar or similar prepared fish product mislabeled
Prepared fish products including some veggie mixes are in Chapter 16; avoid confusion.
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
• 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
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'.
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.
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.
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.