Crystallized Red Cherries
Cherries preserved by sugar until crystallized, coated in fine sugar crystals for decorative use in pastries. Falls under HTS 2006.00.20.00 as sugar-crystallized cherries. The crystal coating results from the preservation method.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sugar content dominates as confection
Primarily sugar with fruit pieces may shift to sugar confectionery headings.
If for mixed fruit preserves including cherries
Cherry mixes preserved otherwise than by sugar classify under mixed fruits.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide Brix value tests to prove sugar crystallization
• Ensure colorants are FDA-approved for food use
• Package in moisture-proof containers to maintain crystals during transit
Related Products under HTS 2006.00.20.00
Maraschino Cherries
Sweetened cherries preserved in sugar syrup, typically drained and dyed bright red, used as cocktail garnishes. They fall under HTS 2006.00.20.00 as cherries preserved by sugar (drained, glacé or crystallized). The sugar preservation process distinguishes them from fresh or canned cherries.
Glacé Cherries
Candied cherries slowly cooked in sugar syrup until glazed and translucent, ideal for fruitcakes and baking. Classified under HTS 2006.00.20.00 for cherries preserved by sugar in glacé form. The crystallization process from sugar preservation defines this category.
Drained Cocktail Cherries
Sugar-preserved cherries drained of syrup, often with stems, used in beverages and desserts. HTS 2006.00.20.00 covers cherries drained after sugar preservation. This excludes syrup-retained products.
Luxardo Gourmet Cherries
Premium Italian cherries preserved in marasca syrup, drained for high-end cocktails like Manhattans. HTS 2006.00.20.00 applies to these sugar-preserved (drained) cherries. The artisanal sugar process qualifies them here.
Green Glacé Cherries
Sugar-preserved cherries dyed green and glacéed for holiday baking and ice cream toppings. Classified in HTS 2006.00.20.00 for glacé cherries. Dye does not alter the sugar preservation classification.
Stem-On Maraschino Cherries
Drained sugar-preserved cherries with stems intact for easy garnishing in drinks. HTS 2006.00.20.00 covers these drained cherries preserved by sugar. Stems are incidental to the fruit.