Sweetened Tangerine Segments in Glass Jars from Mexico
Peeled tangerine segments preserved with added sugar in glass jars for retail gourmet markets. Falls under HTS 2008.30.40.00 as preserved oranges (tangerines as orange variety) with sweetening matter. Not homogenized or juiced.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide drained fruit weight on labels per FDA rules for accurate duty assessment
• Check jar integrity for vacuum seal to confirm proper preservation method
• Document Brix readings if disputed, as high sugar may border juice subheadings