Papaya in Pineapple Juice
Papaya pieces packed in pineapple juice as preservative, not exceeding juice-dominant thresholds. Classified in HTS 2008.99.5000 as other papayas since papaya is principal fruit. Liquid is incidental to fruit preservation.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 1.8% | +37.5% | 39.3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 1.8% | +10.0% | 11.8% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 1.8% | +10.0% | 11.8% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pineapple is the principal ingredient
Preserved pineapples have their own subheading regardless of minor additions.
If in bulk containers over 13 kg
Larger industrial packs of other preserved fruits use separate provisions.
If finely homogenized for infants
Homogenized fruit preps ≤250g for infants/babies take precedence per note.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare fruit content ratio; ensure papaya >50% by weight for this heading
• Test for Brix if juice-heavy to avoid 2009 juice classification
Related Products under HTS 2008.99.50.00
Papaya Chunks in Heavy Syrup
Large chunks of papaya preserved in heavy sugar syrup, sold in glass jars for retail. This fits HTS 2008.99.5000 as other preserved papayas, with added sweetening but no alcohol or fermentation. Syrup preservation method aligns with 'otherwise prepared' category.
Papaya Medley Pieces
Mixed-size papaya pieces from various cultivars, preserved in tins. As other under HTS 2008.99.5000, not uniform or homogenized. Suitable for fruit salads.
Seedless Papaya Cubes
Cubed papaya with seeds removed, preserved in syrup for premium retail. HTS 2008.99.5000 as processed other papayas. Seedless prep is 'otherwise prepared'.
Papaya in Brine
Papaya slices preserved in light brine for savory uses, low-sugar. Unusual but under HTS 2008.99.5000 as other preserved, with salt as sweetening alternative. Not pickled vegetable.
Premium Maraschino Papaya
Papaya cherries glaceed in maraschino-style syrup, cocktail use. HTS 2008.99.5000 for other sweetened papayas. Imitation cherry but papaya base.
Papaya Puree with Chunks
Papaya puree base with visible chunks, preserved, not fully homogenized. Borderline but HTS 2008.99.5000 as other with pieces. Not infant-specific.