Canned Purple Plums in Light Syrup
Whole purple plums preserved in light sugar syrup, packed in tin cans for retail sale. This product falls under HTS 2008.99.60.00 as prepared plums not elsewhere specified, including prune plums and sloes, with added sweetening matter.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 11.2% | +35.0% | 46.2% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 11.2% | +10.0% | 21.2% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 11.2% | +10.0% | 21.2% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 11.2% | +10.0% | 21.2% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 11.2% | +10.0% | 21.2% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing added spirit
Mixtures of fruit preserved with alcohol over 0.5% vol fall under spirit-containing preparations.
If in bulk containers over 13 kg
Plum preparations packed in containers exceeding 13 kg net weight are classified as bulk citrus mixes.
If frozen rather than preserved
Frozen plums are fruit preserved by freezing, not by sugar or canning.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify sugar content declaration as it affects classification; exceeding certain levels may shift to other subheadings
• Provide commercial invoice detailing fruit type, processing method, and net weight to prevent misclassification as mixtures
• Ensure cans meet FDA food contact standards; common pitfall is inadequate labeling for drained weight
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