Sweet Ginger in Syrup from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
14.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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