Whole Preserved Pears
Intact small pears preserved whole in syrup or water, often imported for gourmet use. HTS 2008.40.00 designates all forms of preserved pears excluding juices.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in a sweet corn-pear vegetable mix
Vegetable-based preserves with fruit classify under 2005.
If dehydrated but not fully dried
Dehydrated vegetables and similar fruits in 0712 if not retail-ready.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Photographic evidence of whole fruit for inspection; declare origin accurately
• Avoid generic 'fruit' labeling to prevent mixture classification
Related Products under HTS 2008.40.00
Canned Pear Halves in Light Syrup
Sliced pear halves packed in cans with light sugar syrup, heat-processed for preservation. Classified under HTS 2008.40.00 as prepared or preserved pears, not elsewhere specified, typically for retail consumption. Meets chapter requirements for fruit preserved without freezing or drying.
Pear Chunks in Heavy Syrup
Diced pear pieces preserved in heavy sugar syrup within tin cans, suitable for desserts. Falls under HTS 2008.40.00 for pears otherwise prepared or preserved, containing added sweetening matter but not as juice.
Pears in Natural Juice
Whole or halved pears packed in their own juice or pear juice, canned for long-term storage. HTS 2008.40.00 applies to pears preserved without added spirit, distinguished from pure juices in 2009.
Bartlett Pear Slices in Syrup
Sliced Bartlett variety pears preserved in sugar syrup, ideal for fruit salads. Classified in 2008.40.00 as specific preserved pears, not homogenized or juiced.
Organic Canned Pears
Organic pears, halved and preserved in water or light syrup, certified for retail sale. HTS 2008.40.00 covers such prepared pears, emphasizing no added spirit or fermentation.
Pear Quarters in Pear Juice
Pear fruit cut into quarters and packed in unsweetened pear juice for health-conscious consumers. Fits 2008.40.00 as preserved pears with natural liquid medium.