Crystallized Candied Orange Peel
Slices of orange peel preserved by sugar through crystallization, drained of syrup, and typically used in baking or as a confectionery item. This falls under HTS 2006.00.60.00 as citrus peel preserved by sugar (drained, glacé or crystallized), distinct from juices or fresh peel.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not drained or crystallized, but simply frozen
Frozen citrus peel without sugar preservation falls under fruit preserved by freezing in Chapter 08.
If processed into a jam or puree with added sugar
Citrus-based jams or fruit preparations shift to heading 2007 for cooked fruit preserves.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify sugar preservation method and ensure drained/crystallized state via lab testing to confirm classification under 2006.00.60.00
• Provide certificates of origin and sugar content documentation to avoid misclassification as fresh peel or juice
• Watch for common pitfalls like moisture content exceeding limits, which could shift to other preserved fruit subheadings
Related Products under HTS 2006.00.60.00
Glacé Lemon Peel Strips
Lemon peel preserved by cooking in sugar syrup then glacéed (glazed) and drained for use in cakes, pastries, or direct consumption. Classified in 2006.00.60.00 for sugar-preserved citrus peel in glacé form, separate from non-citrus mixtures.
Mixed Citrus Peel Glacé Assortment
Assortment of glacé orange, lemon, and grapefruit peels preserved by sugar and drained for retail sale. Falls under 2006.00.60.00 as it consists primarily of citrus peel preserved by sugar.
Glacé Citron Peel Slices
Slices of citron (large citrus) peel glacéed in sugar syrup and drained for bakery use. Specifically under HTS 2006.00.60.00 for citrus peel preserved by sugar.
Crystallized Bergamot Peel
Bergamot citrus peel crystallized with sugar, used in teas or confections. Classified under 2006.00.60.00 for sugar-crystallized citrus peel.
Glacé Lime and Lemon Peel Mix
Mixture of glacé lime and lemon peels sugar-preserved and drained for baking. Remains in 2006.00.60.00 as purely citrus peel.
Drained Crystallized Orange Zest
Fine orange zest preserved by sugar crystallization and drained. Qualifies under 2006.00.60.00 for citrus peel forms.