Pickled Lemon Peel Slices from China
Thin slices of lemon peel preserved in vinegar or brine without sugar, used in Mediterranean cooking. Under HTS 2008.30.20.00 as prepared lemon peel, not containing added sweetening matter. The pickling process qualifies it as 'otherwise prepared or preserved' citrus peel.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Specify pickling solution composition to confirm no added sugar for correct subheading
• Require commercial invoice detailing peel purity to avoid classification as whole pickles
• Comply with FDA acidified food regulations for shelf-stable pickled products