Pickled Grapes in Vinegar from Mexico
Whole grapes pickled in a vinegar brine with spices, preserved for extended shelf life. Classified in 2008.99.29.00 as other preserved grapes, including those in vinegar not specified elsewhere. Not a mixture requiring subheading 2008.19.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Declare vinegar content accurately; excess may trigger food safety inspections
• Include acidification lab reports to confirm preservation method complies with HTS notes
• Avoid pitfall of classifying as 'in acetic acid' under 2001 if vegetable-dominant, but grapes stay in 2008