Sliced Tangerines in Sugar Syrup for Baking from Mexico
Thinly sliced tangerines preserved in flavored sugar syrup, intended for baking or toppings. Classified in HTS 2008.30.48.00 for other preserved mandarins with added sweetening, retaining fruit integrity without cooking to jelly consistency. Retail-packed in jars.
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
• Specify end-use as baking ingredient on invoice to differentiate from retail dessert products
• Calibrate Brix readings at 20°C as per subheading note for accurate duty assessment
• Avoid bulk shipments misdeclared as parts; ensure retail-ready packaging for this subheading