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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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%+25.0%31%
🇲🇽Mexico6%—6%
🇨🇦Canada6%—6%
🇩🇪Germany6%—6%
🇯🇵Japan6%—6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2001.90Lower: 26.5% vs 31%

If pickled in vinegar, not sugar

Vinegar-preserved ginger classifies under vegetables in vinegar of heading 2001.

0712.90Lower: 20.8% vs 31%

If dried, not preserved

Dried ginger without preservation stays in dried vegetable heading 0712.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Use detailed invoices showing preservation process to distinguish from pickled ginger

• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for all preserved vegetable imports

• Monitor sulfur dioxide levels in preservatives for labeling compliance

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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.

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.

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.

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.