Fig Leather Sheets
Thin sheets of pure fig puree dehydrated into fruit leather, no added sugar, rolled for retail. HTS 2008.99.28.00 applies to this preserved fig product in sheet form. Dehydration preserves while creating portable snack.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 9.6% | +35.0% | 44.6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 9.6% | +10.0% | 19.6% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 9.6% | +10.0% | 19.6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 9.6% | +10.0% | 19.6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 9.6% | +10.0% | 19.6% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If high sugar concentration from fruit sugars
Concentrated fruit leathers resembling sugar confections may go to Chapter 17.
If marketed as fruit paste preparation
Fruit leather presented as spreadable preparation classified under 2006.
If coated with chocolate
Chocolate-coated fruit leather becomes chocolate confectionery.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Moisture content testing confirms 'preserved' status vs fresh puree
• Individual roll wrappers meet retail food contact material standards
• Nutrition facts panel required even for single-ingredient fruit leather
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