Canned Satsuma Tangerines in Beet Sugar Brine from Japan
Satsuma tangerines packed in airtight tins with a preserving liquid containing beet sugar for extended shelf life. Classified under HTS 2008.30.42.10 as quota-eligible satsumas in airtight containers with added beet sugar. The fruit is typically halved or whole, immersed in the sweet syrup.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Track calendar year entries to stay within quota; use CBP's quota monitoring tools
• Include certificates of analysis for sugar type (cane/beet) to prevent reclassification
• Avoid common pitfalls like improper airtight sealing claims, which could move it to non-airtight subheadings