Canned Spicy Beef in Tomato Sauce from Japan
Diced beef in a zesty tomato sauce, hermetically sealed for convenience meals. HTS 1601.00.40.90 includes such flavored beef products as 'other' preparations in airtight containers. Processing renders it non-perishable.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Tomato content ok if beef essential; provide ingredient breakdown percentages
• Comply with country of origin marking on cans; 'Product of [Country]' required
• Test for airtight integrity pre-shipment to prevent spoilage claims