Grapefruit Pulp Concentrate from China
Concentrated pulp from grapefruits, preserved by heat treatment for use in jams and flavorings. HTS 2008.30.37.00 covers this as 'other' citrus pulp, not qualifying as juice per chapter notes on dry weight.
Duty Rate — China → United States
26.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide refractive index tests for Brix to confirm not a juice; ensure no fermentation indicators
• Use bulk packaging to avoid retail infant food scrutiny
• Document atmospheric pressure cooking per chapter note 7