Freeze-Dried Tangerine Peel Flakes from China
Flakes of tangerine peel freeze-dried to retain flavor and aroma, used in tea infusions and confectionery. Classified in HTS 2008.30.30.00 as 'other' preserved citrus peel via freeze-drying.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document freeze-drying process logs to distinguish from simple drying methods
• Label as 'not for infant food' to avoid scrutiny under homogenized notes
• Watch for moisture content declarations; low levels confirm preservation status