Diced Pineapple in Light Syrup from China
Finely diced pineapple pieces preserved in light sugar syrup, suitable for fruit salads or toppings. Classified in HTS 2008.20.00.90 as 'other' preserved pineapples, excluding juices or infant foods. The preservation method involves canning or aseptic processing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure syrup sugar content is accurately labeled to avoid misclassification based on sweetness levels
• Obtain prior notice via FDA system for all preserved fruit imports to expedite entry
• Watch for common pitfalls like inadequate sterilization proof, leading to rejections