Dried Tomato Powder from Japan

Finely ground powder made from dehydrated tomatoes, used as a seasoning or ingredient in sauces and soups. Classified under HTS 0712.90.78.00 as dried tomatoes in powder form, not further prepared beyond drying and grinding. Whole, cut, sliced, broken, or powdered dried vegetables fall here if no additional processing occurs.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

18.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify the product is solely dried and powdered without additives to avoid reclassification; provide certificates of analysis for moisture content and purity

Ensure labeling distinguishes from tomato paste under different headings

Watch for contamination risks during transport requiring phytosanitary certificates