Retail Tomato Paste Squeeze Pouch from Japan
Convenient 4.5 oz squeeze pouches of standard tomato paste for home cooking. Under HTS 2002.90.80.20 as other paste not in small retail containers. Prepared by heat treatment without vinegar.
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
• Pouches must pass drop/microwave tests; FDA evaluates flexible packaging integrity
• Net quantity in both metric/US units on label; mismatch causes CBP holds
• Spout design affects child safety classification; document if over 3 years intended use