Maui Pineapple Slices in Cane Sugar Syrup
Thick pineapple rings preserved in rich cane sugar syrup, used in baking and cocktails. This fits HTS 2008.20.00.10 as it's pineapple otherwise prepared with added cane sugar. The syrup acts as both preservative and sweetener.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If preserved in fruit juice or without added sugar
Pineapple in unsweetened medium or juice uses the non-sugar subheading.
If sold as a food preparation with additives
Heavily processed with significant non-fruit additives like thickeners may shift to food preparations.
If it's pineapple juice rather than fruit pieces
Unfermented pineapple juice with sugar is under Chapter 20 juice headings, not fruit.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use ISF filing 24 hours prior to loading for food products to comply with customs security rules
• Ensure pH and acidity levels are documented for low-acid canned food registration with FDA
• Beware of country-of-origin marking; 'Product of [Country]' must be clear on labels
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