Canned Red Tart Cherries from Mexico
Whole red tart cherries canned in water or light syrup for baking. Standard preserved cherries under HTS 2008.60.00 for retail and foodservice.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Comply with seasonal quotas; over-quota rates significantly higher
• Metal can testing for BPA liners per FDA food contact rules
• Avoid declaring as 'pie cherries' to prevent jam/jelly scrutiny