Sliced Frozen Chinese Water Chestnuts
Thinly sliced Chinese water chestnuts frozen individually (IQF) for easy portioning in recipes requiring quick cooking. This fits HTS 2008.99.70.00 as frozen preparations of Chinese water chestnuts not specified elsewhere.
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 fresh frozen without peeling/processing
Minimally processed frozen vegetables remain in Chapter 07, not 'otherwise prepared' preserved forms.
If containing added sugar
Frozen preparations with added sweetening matter shift to a separate subheading within 2008.99.
If juiced rather than whole/sliced
Juice extracts from water chestnuts would classify under fruit juices heading 2009, not solid parts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use IQF certification on invoices to justify classification and speed customs processing
• Provide lab analysis for pesticide residues, as water chestnuts are prone to contaminants
• Avoid bulk packaging over retail sizes to prevent reclassification as industrial stock
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IQF Frozen Whole Chinese Water Chestnuts
Individually quick frozen (IQF) whole Chinese water chestnuts, peeled and blanched prior to freezing for optimal texture in frozen meals. HTS 2008.99.70.00 applies to these specifically frozen Chinese water chestnuts.
Frozen Diced Chinese Water Chestnuts for Stir-Fry
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Retail Pack Frozen Chinese Water Chestnuts
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