Canned Nectarines in Light Syrup from Germany
Whole or sliced nectarines preserved in cans with light sugar syrup, ready for retail consumption. Classified under HTS 2008.70.10 as preserved nectarines, distinct from fresh or frozen forms. Meets the criteria for prepared or preserved fruit not elsewhere specified.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify sugar content does not exceed limits for light syrup classification; ensure cans meet FDA food safety standards
• Provide certificate of origin to qualify for preferential tariffs
• Watch for misclassification as peaches, which share the same heading