Sour Cherry Halves in Heavy Syrup from China
Halved sour cherries (tart variety) preserved in heavy sugar syrup for use in cheesecakes and toppings. HTS 2008.60.00.60 applies to these prepared tart cherries not fitting other preserved fruit headings. High syrup content aids preservation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Measure and declare Brix value accurately using 20°C refractometer readings as per chapter notes
• Avoid common pitfall of packing in retail sets; bulk shipments stay in 2008 but retail packs may need different treatment
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates for cherries to clear agricultural inspections