Mandarin Oranges in Syrup for Cocktails
Small mandarin orange halves preserved in flavored syrup, jarred for use in cocktails and desserts. Under HTS 2008.30.40.00 as prepared preserved oranges with added sweetening. Alcohol content negligible, not spirit-added.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If contains added spirit exceeding 0.5% vol
Spirit-added fruit preparations move out of 2009 juices to 2008.93.
If syrup-dominant as glucose-fructose preparation
High-sugar syrup bases with fruit classify as sugar confections in 1702.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare any flavorings separately to prevent spirit misclassification
• Use child-resistant packaging if syrup is concentrated for retail safety
• Monitor for fermentation during storage to stay under 0.5% alcohol limit
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