Certified Organic Avocado Guacamole
This is a ready-to-eat dip made primarily from certified organic avocados, blended with minimal seasonings like lime, onion, and salt, and packed in retail jars. It falls under HTS 2008.99.10.10 as a preserved preparation of avocados (fruit), certified organic, not elsewhere specified in Chapter 20. The product is preserved without cooking or freezing, distinguishing it from other avocado preparations.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not certified organic
Non-organic avocado preparations fall under the general 'avocados' subheading without organic specification.
If processed as avocado juice, unfermented
Pure avocado juice extracts shift to heading 2009 for fruit juices, not preserved mixtures.
If sold as a seasoned dip with significant non-avocado additives
Heavily seasoned preparations resembling sauces may classify as food preparations in Chapter 21.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USDA NOP or equivalent organic certification documentation for each shipment to verify 'certified organic' status and avoid reclassification
• Provide lab analysis confirming avocado as principal ingredient (>50% by weight) and no freezing or cooking to comply with Chapter 20 notes
Related Products under HTS 2008.99.10.10
Certified Organic Avocado Spread
A smooth, spreadable paste made from certified organic avocados, lightly salted and packed in small retail tubs for toast or sandwiches. Classified under HTS 2008.99.10.10 as 'other' preserved avocados, certified organic, since it's neither frozen, cooked, nor juiced. Meets criteria for mixtures not elsewhere specified in heading 2008.
Certified Organic Pure Avocado Paste
100% certified organic avocados mashed into a thick paste, sealed in jars for retail sale without additives. HTS 2008.99.10.10 applies as 'other' preserved avocado fruit, certified organic, distinguished from homogenized infant food by container size and lack of infant labeling. No cooking or sugar added.
Certified Organic Avocado Dip Base
Concentrated certified organic avocado puree designed as a base for dips, packed retail with minimal preservatives. Under HTS 2008.99.10.10 for other certified organic avocado preparations, not cooked or juiced, suitable for consumer mixing. Preserved via aseptic processing.
Certified Organic Avocado Salsa Mix
Retail-packed chunks of certified organic avocado mixed with tomatoes, cilantro, and spices, preserved mildly for shelf stability. Falls under HTS 2008.99.10.10 as certified organic 'other' avocado preparations, including mixtures, not fitting homogenized infant food or juice categories. Preserved without fermentation or spirit addition.
Certified Organic Avocado Baby Food Blend
Finely homogenized certified organic avocado blended with minor apple puree for infant feeding, in 120g retail pouches. While fitting homogenized definition, classifies under HTS 2008.99.10.10 as fruit-specific avocado preparation unless strictly vegetable-only; organic certified. Precedence given to fruit heading over general infant notes.
Certified Organic Mashed Avocado Pouch
Ready-to-use certified organic mashed avocados in convenient squeeze pouches for salads or snacks. HTS 2008.99.10.10 covers this as preserved 'other' avocados, organic, with no added sugar or cooking per notes. Retail-packed for direct consumption.