Candied Ginger Slices
Ginger root preserved by cooking in sugar syrup until crystallized, used in baking and teas. Falls under HTS 2008.99.91.95 as other preserved fruit/nuts/edible plant parts not specifically covered elsewhere in Chapter 20.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried and not sugar-preserved
Dried ginger without sugar coating classifies as spices in heading 0910 rather than preserved products.
If vegetables preserved in sugar
Ginger as a vegetable root may shift to 2006 if not considered under edible plant parts of 2008.
If primarily sugar confection
High sugar content with minimal ginger may classify as sugar confectionery under Chapter 17.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include certificates of origin and sugar content declarations to differentiate from fresh or dried ginger
• Ensure packaging labels specify 'preserved' to prevent misclassification as spice under Chapter 9
• Check for pesticide residues common in ginger imports, providing test reports for FDA compliance
Related Products under HTS 2008.99.91.95
Maraschino Cherries
Glacé cherries preserved in syrup with added sugar and flavoring, typically used as cocktail garnishes. Classified under HTS 2008.99.91.95 as fruit otherwise prepared or preserved, not elsewhere specified, due to the preservation process involving alcohol and sugar beyond simple canning.
Preserved Chestnuts in Syrup
Whole or pieces of chestnuts cooked and preserved in heavy sugar syrup, often for desserts. Classified in 2008.99.91.95 as other preserved nuts not falling under specific peanut or pistachio subheadings.
Stem Ginger in Syrup
Young ginger stems preserved in thick sugar syrup, a delicacy for tea and desserts. Under HTS 2008.99.91.95 as other preserved edible plant parts not homogenized or juiced.
Glacé Apricots
Apricot halves candied in sugar syrup and dried slightly for fruitcake use. Fits 2008.99.91.95 as other preserved fruits beyond specific orange/mandarin/etc. categories.
Preserved Lotus Root
Sliced lotus root preserved in sweetened syrup, used in Asian desserts. Classified under 2008.99.91.95 for other edible plant parts preserved with sugar.
Syrup-Preserved Figs
Whole figs cooked and preserved in sugar syrup for gourmet use. HTS 2008.99.91.95 covers this as other preserved fruit not specified elsewhere.