Sugar-Coated Apricots from Mexico
Sugar-coated apricots are whole or halved apricots crystallized by sugar preservation, drained, and rolled in granulated sugar for a sparkling finish. They are classified under HTS 2006.00.70.00 as other fruit preserved by sugar in crystallized form.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Lab test for Brix value if disputed, but note this heading doesn't require specific Brix unlike juice subheadings
• Separate from mixtures; pure apricot products stay here, blends go to 2006.00.35
• Check EU/US reciprocity on apricot imports for quota applicability