European Style Preserved Pears
Pears preserved in European-style syrup, often clingstone variety. Under 2008.40.0040 as other pears preserved, variety neutral.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If high dry weight tomato juice analog but for pears—no, pears not tomatoes; invalid—skip or adjust: actually for tomato juice per note, but pears stay 2008.
N/A—pears don't qualify for 2002 tomato note.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• EU origin may need specific phytosanitary; label varietal if claimed
• Common issue: style doesn't change HTS
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.
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.
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.