Chinese Water Chestnut Spears in Citrus Brine

Spear-cut Chinese water chestnuts preserved in citrus-infused brine for appetizers. HTS 2008.99.71 other category for non-water/syrup Chinese water chestnuts. Preserved per Chapter 20.

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%

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2008.99.70Higher: 46.2% vs 35%

If citrus water pack

Water-based citrus still specific 2008.99.70.

2007.99Lower: 13.2% vs 35%

If fruit cooked predominant

Cooked fruit essential character per 2007 note.

2009.12Lower: 10% vs 35%

If citrus juice base

Brix value-defined citrus juices in 2009.12.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Citrus as flavoring; quantify to avoid fruit mixture claim

• Spear shape documentation for value addition

• Citrus allergen labeling

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