Canned Palm Hearts in Brine from China
Palm hearts from the inner core of palm trees, canned in brine for preservation, ready for use in salads or stir-fries. Classified under HTS 2008.91.00.00 as preserved palm hearts, which are edible parts of plants otherwise prepared or preserved, not elsewhere specified.
Duty Rate — China → United States
8.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify country of origin labeling as palm hearts are often from Brazil or Ecuador; ensure phytosanitary certificates for plant materials
• Check for proper drained weight declaration on labels to avoid misclassification as mixtures
• Avoid common pitfalls like insufficient acidification documentation if packed in vinegar brine