Canned Water Chestnut Halves
Water chestnut halves, peeled and packed in water or light brine, prepared by cleaning, slicing, and heat processing without vinegar or acetic acid. Classified under HTS 2005.99.41 as water chestnuts (other than Chinese water chestnuts) preserved otherwise than by vinegar, not frozen.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If packed in liquid resembling juice
Products resembling vegetable juices may shift to heading 2002 for tomato or other vegetable juices.
If dried rather than wet-packed
Dried water chestnuts are classified as dried leguminous vegetables in heading 0714, not preserved vegetables.
If containing meat or seafood
Mixtures with meat or fish products fall under heading 2006 for vegetables prepared with other ingredients.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify botanical species to confirm not Chinese water chestnuts (Eleocharis dulcis) for correct 2005.99.41 classification
• Provide lab analysis or supplier certification showing no vinegar/acetic acid use and not frozen
• Label net weight and packing medium accurately to avoid reclassification to juice or soup products
Related Products under HTS 2005.99.41
Whole Canned Water Chestnuts
Whole peeled water chestnuts preserved in cans with water, processed by blanching and sterilization without vinegar. Fits HTS 2005.99.41 for non-Chinese water chestnuts prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar, not frozen.
Sliced Water Chestnuts in Brine
Thinly sliced water chestnuts packed in mild brine solution, heat-processed for shelf stability without acetic acid. Under HTS 2005.99.41 as other water chestnuts prepared otherwise than by vinegar.
Water Chestnut Pieces in Glass Jars
Irregular pieces of water chestnuts packed in glass jars with water, preserved by heat treatment. Classified in 2005.99.41 for non-Chinese water chestnuts not preserved by vinegar or frozen.
Premium Water Chestnut Medallions
Uniformly cut medallion-shaped water chestnuts, canned in light syrup without vinegar for premium stir-fry use. HTS 2005.99.41 applies to these prepared water chestnuts.
Organic Canned Water Chestnuts
Certified organic whole water chestnuts packed in spring water, preserved without chemicals or vinegar. Falls under 2005.99.41 for other prepared water chestnuts.
Water Chestnut Strips for Cooking
Long strips of water chestnuts preserved in tins, ideal for Asian recipes, processed without acetic acid. Classified as HTS 2005.99.41 water chestnuts.