Mandarin Orange Paste from Mexico
Thickened puree from cooked mandarin oranges, used in baking or as a spread, under HTS 2007.91.90.00 for other citrus fruit pastes. Cooking reduces water content, fitting heading 2007 criteria.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify mandarin as citrus in invoices; tangerine variants may need clarification
• Viscosity tests recommended to distinguish from juices
• Watch for added preservatives; small quantities allowed but declare fully