Banana Pulp for Ice Cream Base
This concentrated banana pulp is preserved for use as a natural flavor base in premium ice creams, maintaining authentic banana aroma and color. It is classified in HTS 2008.99.13.00 as banana pulp, fitting preserved fruit preparations without added spirit or fermentation. Ideal for industrial food processing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 3.4% | +7.5% | 10.9% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 3.4% | — | 3.4% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 3.4% | — | 3.4% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 3.4% | — | 3.4% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 3.4% | — | 3.4% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If heavily sweetened to syrup levels
High-sugar fruit syrups classify as glucose/fructose syrups under Chapter 17.
If provisionally preserved by sulfur dioxide
Temporarily preserved fruits go to heading 0711, not permanently preserved in 2008.
If prepared as apricot pulp instead
Specific stone fruit pulps like apricot have dedicated subheadings in 2008.50.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use ISF filings early for bulk pulp shipments to meet 24-hour rule and avoid penalties
• Provide proof of alcohol content <0.5% vol to stay within Chapter 20 non-spirit scope
• Segment invoices by pulp type to prevent blending with mixtures triggering different duties
Related Products under HTS 2008.99.13.00
Banana Pulp Puree for Smoothies
This is a preserved banana pulp made from ripe bananas processed into a smooth puree, packed in bulk containers for use in smoothies and beverages. It falls under HTS 2008.99.13.00 as banana pulp, which is fruit pulp otherwise prepared or preserved, not elsewhere specified. The product retains the natural banana flavor without added sugar beyond minimal preservation needs.
Canned Banana Pulp for Baking
Canned banana pulp is prepared from mashed Cavendish bananas, preserved in light syrup for stability, ideal for bakery fillings and desserts. Classified under HTS 2008.99.13.00 as it represents preserved banana pulp not fitting other specific fruit preparations. It meets Chapter 20 criteria for otherwise prepared fruit pulp.
Aseptic Banana Pulp Pack
Aseptic banana pulp is sterilized and packed in bags-in-box for extended shelf life, used primarily in yogurt production and ice cream bases. It qualifies for HTS 2008.99.13.00 as preserved banana pulp, prepared without freezing or specific infant homogenization. The aseptic process preserves natural texture for industrial applications.
Organic Banana Pulp Bulk
Organic banana pulp from certified farms is gently mashed and preserved without synthetic additives, supplied in 200kg drums for natural product manufacturers. Under HTS 2008.99.13.00 for its status as preserved banana pulp not elsewhere specified. Organic certification does not alter the tariff classification.
Frozen-Thawed Banana Pulp
Banana pulp initially frozen then thawed for preservation, used in beverage concentrates, classified under HTS 2008.99.13.00 post-thaw as preserved pulp. It avoids frozen classification if not imported frozen. Meets 'otherwise prepared' criteria in Chapter 20.