Canned Spaghetti in Tomato Sauce from Japan
Pre-cooked spaghetti canned in a seasoned tomato sauce, ready to heat and serve. This product falls under HTS 1902.30.00.20 as it is canned pasta that has been otherwise prepared beyond basic Chapter 10 or 11 processes. It matches the 'other pasta > canned' statistical suffix for shelf-stable, ready-to-eat formats.
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
• Verify pasta composition meets 'otherwise prepared' criteria per Chapter 19 notes; include lab analysis for sauce content if challenged
• Ensure labeling complies with FDA standards for canned goods, including nutritional info and 'best by' dates to avoid CBP holds