Drained Candied Pineapple Chunks from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
26%
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
• 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