Drained Candied Pineapple Chunks from Germany
Pineapple chunks preserved by cooking in sugar syrup, then drained and partially crystallized. Classified in HTS 2006.00.90.00 as other sugar-preserved fruits that are drained or crystallized, excluding specific citrus or melon. Used in fruitcakes and confections.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Provide processing records showing syrup cooking and draining; test for Brix value if borderline
• Ensure phytosanitary certificates for tropical fruit
• Common pitfall: confusing with syrup-packed under 2008