Canned Sauerkraut

Fermented cabbage preserved in cans, not using vinegar. Classifies in HTS 2005.99.97.00 as other preserved vegetables, distinct from specific sauerkraut subheading due to preparation method.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China11.2%+35.0%46.2%
🇲🇽Mexico11.2%+10.0%21.2%
🇨🇦Canada11.2%+10.0%21.2%
🇩🇪Germany11.2%+10.0%21.2%
🇯🇵Japan11.2%+10.0%21.2%

Alternative Classifications

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

2005.51Lower: 10% vs 46.2%

If specifically prepared as sauerkraut

Dedicated subheading 2005.51 for sauerkraut takes precedence.

2001.90.25.00Lower: 45.2% vs 46.2%

If vinegar-added during process

Any vinegar use moves to heading 2001.

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 46.2%

If simply blanched, not preserved

Blanched-only vegetables stay in Chapter 07.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Differentiate fermentation from vinegar preservation via pH/acidity tests

Include fermentation process details in entry summary

Ensure no added spirit, as that would invoke Chapter 22 notes