Gourmet Whole Chinese Water Chestnuts in Water
Premium peeled whole Chinese water chestnuts packed in pure water, no additives, for high-end Asian cuisine. Classified in HTS 2008.99.71.20 as whole preserved water chestnuts.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If simply blanched, not preserved
Temporarily preserved by other means (non-liquid) goes to Chapter 07 subheading.
If not specifically Chinese water chestnuts
Other preserved vegetables NESOI cover similar whole items from different species.
If formed into shapes or textured
Soy-based or restructured vegetable products shift to prepared foods in Chapter 19.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Source from approved facilities; provide processing plant registration for FDA prior notice
• Maintain cold chain if labeled 'refrigerate after opening' to preserve quality claims
• Customs may require drained weight verification; calibrate scales accordingly
Related Products under HTS 2008.99.71.20
Whole Canned Chinese Water Chestnuts
Whole Chinese water chestnuts (Eleocharis dulcis) preserved in water or light brine, packed in cans for retail sale. This product falls under HTS 2008.99.71.20 as whole Chinese water chestnuts that are otherwise prepared or preserved, not elsewhere specified, without added sugar.
Whole Peeled Chinese Water Chestnuts in Brine
Freshly harvested Chinese water chestnuts peeled and preserved whole in brine solution, typically in tin cans or glass jars. Classified under HTS 2008.99.71.20 for whole preserved Chinese water chestnuts not fitting other specific preparations.
Premium Whole Chinese Water Chestnuts in Glass Jars
High-quality whole Chinese water chestnuts packed in glass jars with water or brine, often for gourmet or organic markets. This fits HTS 2008.99.71.20 as whole preserved items under other fruit/nut/plant preparations.
Bulk Packed Whole Chinese Water Chestnuts Canned
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.
Organic Whole Chinese Water Chestnuts Preserved
Certified organic whole Chinese water chestnuts preserved in organic water or brine, canned for retail. Falls under HTS 2008.99.71.20 for whole preserved Chinese water chestnuts NESOI.