Canned Satsuma Tangerines in Beet Sugar Brine from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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