Lambert Sweet Cherries Canned Whole
Firm Lambert variety sweet cherries canned whole in medium syrup, popular for cocktails. HTS 2008.60.0040 for other sweet cherry preserves.
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 industrial use sour cherries
End-use docs can shift if proven for commercial processing vs retail sweet.
If dehydrated cherries
Dry weight over certain thresholds moves to Chapter 7 dried fruits.
If finely homogenized for infants
Baby food note takes precedence if meets 250g retail homogenized criteria.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use tamper-evident seals; CBP flags unsealed preserves for contamination risks
• Batch-test for pits; unpitted claims lead to downgrades or penalties
• Partner with AEO-certified forwarders for faster release of perishable fruit imports
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Bing Cherries in Light Syrup
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Rainier Sweet Cherries Pitted and Preserved
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Sweet Black Cherries in Juice
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Sweet Cherry Medley in Syrup
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Pitted Napoleon Sweet Cherries
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