Bulk Tomato Paste for Manufacturing from Canada
Industrial-grade tomato paste at 36° Brix in 20kg drums for sauce production, not retail packed. Classified in HTS 2002.90.80.20 as other tomato paste preserved by cooking/evaporation. Complies with heading 2002 dry weight note.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
21.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include end-use statement for manufacturing to qualify for potential duty drawbacks or industrial rates
• Drum linings must be food-grade; inspect for sterility certificates to pass FDA import screening
• Calculate volumetric duties accurately for liquids; common error leads to underpayment penalties