Libby's Canned Pears in Light Syrup
Libby's canned pears are pears packed in light syrup, preserved by heat processing, and sealed in tins each holding 15 oz (about 425g), less than 1.4 kg. This product falls under HTS 2008.40.0020 as preserved pears in small retail containers, not elsewhere specified.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containers hold 1.4 kg or more
Pears in larger containers are classified separately to distinguish bulk from retail packaging.
If frozen rather than preserved by canning
Frozen pears fall under frozen fruits heading, not preserved fruits.
If mixed with other fruits like peaches
Fruit mixtures are classified by predominant fruit but under mixtures subheading if not pure pears.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify container net weight is under 1.4 kg per unit to qualify for this subheading; larger packs shift to 2008.40.0040
• Include commercial invoice detailing pear variety, syrup type (e.g
• light syrup), and Brix value if applicable for customs valuation
• Ensure labeling complies with FDA food standards for preserved fruits, avoiding common pitfalls like missing country of origin
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