Sweet Ginger in Syrup from Germany
Chunks of ginger preserved in a heavy sugar syrup, commonly used as a dessert topping or baking ingredient. This product falls under HTS 2008.99.63.00 as sweet ginger, which is fruit/nuts otherwise prepared or preserved with added sugar, not elsewhere specified.
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
• Verify sugar content and ensure labeling complies with FDA food import regulations for preserved fruits
• Provide certificate of origin and lab analysis confirming it's sweet ginger without added spirit
• Avoid misclassification as fresh ginger (0709) by documenting preservation process