Strawberry Fruit Spread from Mexico
Strawberry fruit spread is a thick preserve made by cooking strawberries with sugar and pectin, intended for use on toast or in desserts. Although similar to jam, it is not specifically excluded from heading 20.08, and as a strawberry preparation with added sweetening, it falls under tariff item 2008.80.00.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
8.5%
Import Tips
• Verify the pectin content and sugar ratio, as these may influence classification
• Ensure the product is labeled as a 'spread' and not a 'jam' to avoid heading 20.07
• Check CFIA labeling requirements for fruit spreads