Spiced Chinese Water Chestnut Halves in Oil from Mexico
Chinese water chestnut halves preserved in light oil with spices, for premium stir-fry applications. HTS 2008.99.71 covers this as 'other' preparations not in water/syrup. Preserved plant product under Chapter 20.
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
• Declare oil type (vegetable/olive) for accurate valuation and duty assessment
• Ensure oil packing doesn't trigger 15xx oil headings via essential character test
• Provide shelf-life studies for oil-preserved cans