Strawberry Topping for Ice Cream from Mexico

Chunky strawberry pieces in thick sweetened sauce for dessert topping. Classified in HTS 2008.80.00.00 as preserved strawberries with added sugar.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

21.9%

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

Test Brix for syrup density to confirm preservation specs

Ensure pH levels meet FDA acidification requirements if applicable

Avoid color additives that trigger extra certification