Citron Fruit in Sugar Syrup from China
Peeled citron fruit segments preserved in heavy sugar syrup, packed for baking use. Falls under HTS 2008.30.85.00 as other preserved citron with added sweetening matter.
Duty Rate — China → United States
34%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide syrup Brix reading (per chapter note) to confirm preservation method
• Ensure containers meet food contact safety standards for FDA entry
• Declare exact sugar addition percentage to avoid undervaluation claims