Maraschino Cherries from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
6%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify sugar content and preservation method in documentation to confirm classification outside specific fruit subheadings
• Provide lab analysis for Brix value if questioned, as mixtures may overlap with other preserved fruit codes
• Label ingredients clearly to avoid reclassification as mixtures under 2008.99.90 if nuts are present