Bulk Packed Whole Chinese Water Chestnuts Canned from Mexico
Whole Chinese water chestnuts canned in larger retail or foodservice sizes, preserved without added sugar. HTS 2008.99.71.20 covers these whole preserved water chestnuts not specified elsewhere.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• For bulk packs, ensure invoice specifies 'whole' and provide photos/samples if requested by customs
• Check for lead solder in cans; modern seamless cans preferred to pass FDA metal testing
• Calculate duties per kg net drained weight; declare accurately to avoid penalties