Sweetened Cassava in Syrup from China
Cassava pieces preserved in sugar syrup, canned for retail consumption. Classified under HTS 2008.99.65.00 as specifically named cassava preparations with added sweetening matter. Ideal for desserts or direct eating.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label sugar content accurately per FDA rules; include nutritional panel for retail import
• Test for cyanide levels as raw cassava naturally contains it; provide processing certificates
• Avoid classifying with added flavors as mixtures to stay in 2008.99.65.00