Glacé Orange Peel Strips from Mexico
Glacé orange peel strips are citrus peels preserved by sugar syrup immersion, drained, and candied for use in cakes and chocolate. Despite being peel, when sugar-preserved and not separately classified, they fall under HTS 2006.00.70.00 as other fruit parts.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Distinguish from 2006.00.10 crystallized citrus peel by confirming 'other fruit' status if mixed peels
• Provide peel thickness measurements if challenged on 'peel' vs fruit flesh content
• Ensure no fermentation; unfermented status aligns with chapter notes