Tangerine Segments in Heavy Syrup from Germany
Peeled and segmented tangerines preserved in heavy sugar syrup, drained weight over 50% fruit. Falls under HTS 2008.30.5500 for 'other' mandarins (including tangerines), preserved with added sugar, distinct from juice or higher-Brix products.
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
• Include commercial invoice detailing syrup concentration to prevent reclassification as juice
• Ensure containers meet food-grade standards; common pitfall is inadequate sterilization certificates
• Label net drained weight of fruit to distinguish from juice products under chapter notes