Grapefruit Salad in Heavy Syrup
Prepared grapefruit pieces mixed into a fruit salad, preserved in heavy sugar syrup. Classified under HTS 2008.30.70.00 as 'other' preserved grapefruit with added sweetening. Ideal for desserts or canned fruit platters.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If mixed with other fruits and grapefruit not predominant
Mixtures of preserved fruits where no single fruit predominates go to 2008.97, not specific citrus subheadings.
If specifically mandarin oranges instead
Mandarins have their own subheading 2008.20; pure species determines citrus classification.
If dehydrated rather than syrup-preserved
Dried grapefruit (not further prepared) falls under Chapter 7 for vegetables/fruits provisionally preserved by sulfur, but typically 08 for dried fruits.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document syrup concentration to avoid reclassification; ensure compliance with country-of-origin labeling for mixed fruits
• Test for pesticide residues common in citrus; register facility with FDA if processing
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