Concentrated Tomato Juice in Steel Drum-Like Can from Germany
Lightly concentrated tomato juice (Brix ~10-12) in large airtight steel cans. Qualifies for HTS 2009.50.00.10 if dry weight <7%, unfermented. Airtight packaging defines subheading.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Measure dry weight precisely; >=7% moves to 2002 per chapter note
• Large cans still need airtight lining; inspect for rust
• Brix declaration mandatory for concentration claims