Whole Guavas in Heavy Syrup from Germany
Whole peeled guava fruits preserved in heavy sugar syrup, packed in glass jars. Under HTS 2008.99.3000 as guavas prepared or preserved, not fitting juice, puree, or mixture categories. Used in tropical desserts and beverages.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Test for spirit content (<0.5% vol) to stay in 2008; higher shifts to 2008.97
• Use phytosanitary certificates for fruit imports to clear FDA and USDA