Blueberry Puree Preserved
Aseptic preserved blueberry puree for baking or beverages, not homogenized for infants. Under HTS 2008.99.18.90 as other preserved blueberry preparation not juice or infant food. Finely processed but retains fruit character.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If finely homogenized for infants in <=250g retail containers
Homogenized infant fruit takes specific subheading precedence per notes.
If extracted and concentrated as juice
Juice products move to heading 2009 regardless of fruit type.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify 'not for infant use' and container >250g to avoid 2007.10 homogenized precedence
• Microbiological certificates required for puree to clear FDA import alerts
• Avoid 'juice concentrate' labeling to prevent 2009 shift
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Canned wild blueberries packed in light sugar syrup, preserved for retail sale. This product falls under HTS 2008.99.18.90 as preserved blueberries, not frozen, not mixtures, and not specifically provided for elsewhere in the tariff schedule. It is a ready-to-eat fruit preparation containing added sweetening matter.
Organic Dried Blueberries
Dehydrated organic blueberries preserved without added sugar, suitable for snacking or baking. Classified under HTS 2008.99.18.90 as 'other' preserved blueberries not elsewhere specified, including dried forms not fitting fruit/nut specific dried provisions. Meets criteria for otherwise prepared edible parts of plants.
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IQF Preserved Blueberries in Syrup
Individually quick frozen blueberries then preserved in syrup pouches for retail. Classified HTS 2008.99.18.90 as other blueberries preserved, not truly frozen at import. Syrup preservation moves it from frozen Chapter 7.
Glaceed Blueberries
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Blueberry Compote in Jars
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