Del Monte Pineapple Tidbits in Sugar Syrup

Small pineapple tidbits canned in sweetened syrup made from beet sugar, perfect for fruit salads. Classified under HTS 2008.20.00.10 due to the added cane/beet sugar in the packing medium. This preserves the fruit and adds sweetness for consumer use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2008.20.00Same rate: 25%

If in light syrup or water without added sugar

Absence of cane/beet sugar shifts to the general preserved pineapple subheading.

0804.30.40Same rate: 25%

If fresh or dried without preservation processing

Fresh or simply dried pineapples are under Chapter 08 raw fruit headings, not prepared/preserved.

2007.10.00.00Higher: 47% vs 25%

If finely homogenized for infants

Homogenized pineapple puree for retail infant food in ≤250g containers takes precedence under 2007.10.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Label containers with full ingredient list including sugar type to meet FDA food labeling requirements

• Obtain prior notice via FDA system for perishable food imports to avoid delays at port

• Check for pesticide residues common in tropical fruits; provide certificates of analysis if requested