Pickled Chinese Water Chestnuts Whole from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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