Organic Tomato Paste 28° Brix Pouch from Germany
Organic tomato paste with 28° Brix concentration in flexible stand-up pouches, preserved by heat processing without vinegar. Classified under HTS 2002.90.80.20 as other tomato paste due to its form and preparation method. Meets chapter dry weight requirement for preserved tomatoes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
11.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include organic certification from accredited body and lab tests for Brix/heavy metals common in tomato imports
• Avoid pitfalls by ensuring no added sugars or acids that could shift classification to mixtures under 2009
• Use ISF filing 48 hours prior; declare as food product for FDA prior notice to clear customs smoothly