Canned Pear Halves in Light Syrup
Pear halves preserved in light sugar syrup within tin cans, intended for general consumption. Falls under HTS 2008.40.0040 as 'other' preserved pears not fitting specific forms like juice or homogenized infant food.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 15.3% | +37.5% | 52.8% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 15.3% | +10.0% | 25.3% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 15.3% | +10.0% | 25.3% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 15.3% | — | 15.3% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 15.3% | — | 15.3% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If processed primarily as unfermented juice
Pear juice products, even with pulp, go to heading 2009 if not preserved otherwise.
If dried pears without added sugar
Dried pears are under heading 0713 for dried leguminous vegetables and fruits, shifting from preserved fresh forms.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm syrup concentration doesn't qualify as juice (check Brix); use phytosanitary certificates for fruit origin
• Avoid mislabeling as 'pear juice' to prevent duty shifts
Related Products under HTS 2008.40.00.40
Pears in Heavy Syrup
Halved or sliced pears packed in heavy sugar syrup, typically in cans for retail sale. Classified under HTS 2008.40.0040 as pears otherwise prepared or preserved, not elsewhere specified, with added sugar. Meets general preservation criteria without fitting specific subheadings like homogenized preparations.
Pears in Pear Juice
Whole or sliced pears packed in their own juice, canned for shelf stability. Classified in 2008.40.0040 as preserved pears 'other' since not purely juice and exceeds infant homogenized specs.
Spiced Pears in Syrup
Pears preserved with spices like cinnamon in sugar syrup, canned for retail. HTS 2008.40.0040 covers such flavored preserved pears as 'other' not elsewhere specified.
Bartlett Pears in Water
Bartlett variety pears packed in water, low-sugar option in cans. Fits 2008.40.0040 as preserved pears 'other,' preserved without heavy syrup.
Organic Canned Pears
Organic pears preserved in organic syrup or water, certified for retail. Under 2008.40.0040 as other preserved pears, with organic status not affecting HTS classification.
Pear Chunks in Syrup
Diced pear chunks preserved in medium syrup, ideal for desserts. Classified as 2008.40.0040 'other' pears, preserved but not homogenized or juiced.