Pickled Chinese Water Chestnuts Whole from Japan
Whole Chinese water chestnuts pickled in a spiced vinegar solution, preserved for culinary use in stir-fries. This fits HTS 2008.99.71 as 'other' Chinese water chestnuts, preserved but not in water or syrup. Part of Chapter 20 for otherwise prepared edible plants.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide pH test results to confirm pickling process meets preservation standards
• Avoid retail packaging over 5kg/net to prevent bulk reclassification
• Register as acidified food with FDA if pH <4.6