Retail Tomato Paste Squeeze Pouch from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
21.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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