Sweet Cherries in Heavy Syrup from Canada
Pitted sweet cherries preserved in heavy sugar syrup, typically packed in cans for baking and desserts. Classified under HTS 2008.60.00 as prepared or preserved cherries not elsewhere specified, including those with added sugar.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
14.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify sugar content declaration to avoid misclassification as fruit in light syrup or frozen
• Require supplier certificates confirming cherries are not from restricted pest areas per USDA APHIS
• Label containers with net weight, ingredients, and country of origin to meet FDA food import rules