Organic Tomato Puree in 400g Can from Mexico
This organic tomato puree is made from ripe tomatoes cooked and strained to a smooth consistency, preserved without vinegar or acetic acid, and packed in a 400g metal can for retail use. It falls under HTS 2002.90.80.30 as tomato puree in containers holding less than 1.4 kg. The puree has a dry weight content below 7 percent, distinguishing it from tomato juice.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
21.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify container net weight is under 1.4 kg per unit and label as 'tomato puree' not juice; ensure dry matter content <7% to avoid reclassification
• Provide Certificate of Analysis for Brix and pH levels
• Watch for acetic acid traces in preservation