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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2008.99.10Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If in airtight containers >13° Brix

Higher sugar content preserved vegetables in specific containers shift to different subheading.

1905.90.10Lower: 25% vs 35%

If prepared as infant food homogenized

Homogenized preparations for infants take precedence under Chapter 19 if meeting weight and retail criteria.

2008.99.40.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If from artichokes instead

Similar whole preserved vegetable preparations like artichokes have dedicated subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Glass packaging requires shatterproof testing documentation for sea freight to minimize damage claims

Organic claims need USDA NOP or equivalent certification; otherwise, standard food labeling applies

Batch code traceability essential for recalls; maintain supplier records for 2+ years post-import