Fermented Chinese Water Chestnuts in Brine
Lightly fermented whole Chinese water chestnuts preserved in brine, offering tangy umami flavor. Classifies in HTS 2008.99.71 as other preserved Chinese water chestnuts excluding water/syrup. Fits preserved edible parts of plants in Chapter 20.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing pineapple
Pineapple mixtures specifically under 2008.20, regardless of water chestnut content.
If high alcohol fermentation
If alcoholic strength exceeds 0.5% vol, moves to vinegar or Chapter 22.
If homogenized infant food form
Finely homogenized <=250g containers for infants take precedence per subheading note.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include fermentation process validation to prove preservation method
• Test for alcohol content; if >0.5% vol, reclassifies per Chapter 22 note 2
• FDA import alert check for fermented low-acid foods
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Canned Chinese Water Chestnuts in Brine
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Sliced Chinese Water Chestnuts in Vinegar Brine
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Pickled Chinese Water Chestnuts Whole
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Chinese Water Chestnut Medley in Spiced Brine
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