Mandarin Oranges in Syrup for Cocktails from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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