Dark Sweet Cherry Halves in Heavy Syrup
Pitted and halved dark sweet cherries (Prunus avium) preserved in a heavy sugar syrup, packed in cans for retail sale. Classified under HTS 2008.60.0040 as 'sweet varieties' of cherries, otherwise prepared or preserved with added sugar, not elsewhere specified.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4.5% | +35.0% | 39.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4.5% | +10.0% | 14.5% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4.5% | +10.0% | 14.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4.5% | +10.0% | 14.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4.5% | +10.0% | 14.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sour (acid) varieties like Montmorency
Sour cherries fall under the residual 'other' subheading for cherries, distinguished by pH and culinary use.
If mixtures of cherries with other fruits
Fruit mixtures containing cherries shift to mixed fruits heading, based on principal ingredient.
If frozen rather than preserved in syrup
Frozen cherries are classified under frozen fruits, not preserved preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify cherry variety is sweet (e.g
• Bing or Lambert) via supplier certificates to avoid reclassification to sour varieties
• Include lab analysis for sugar content and Brix value if required, as it impacts preservation claims
• Watch for pesticide residues common in cherries; provide MRL compliance docs to prevent FDA holds
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