Lemon Puree Concentrate from China
Concentrated puree from cooked lemons, used in beverages and confectionery. Falls under 2007.91.10.00 as citrus fruit puree obtained by cooking to reduce water content and increase viscosity.
Duty Rate — China → United States
48.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide lab analysis showing Brix value if applicable, though not required for pastes
• Check for added sugar declaration to avoid reclassification as jam under 2007.10
• Use proper food-grade packaging to prevent spoilage claims at entry