IQF Preserved Blueberries in Syrup from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
12.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Document processing sequence (IQF then syrup packed) to justify preserved status over frozen
• Temperature logs during transit prevent reclassification if arrives frozen solid
• Retail pouch net weight under 5kg helps maintain consumer packaging duty treatment