Chunky Tomato Puree from Mexico
Tomato puree with small visible pieces for texture, prepared by cooking otherwise than by vinegar, in retail jars. Under HTS 2002.90.80.40 as 'other' puree, allowing minor visible vegetable pieces per similar notes. Used in stews and chili.
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
• Document that visible pieces are minimal to align with homogenized preparation allowances in notes
• Provide heat treatment process details to confirm 'prepared otherwise than by vinegar' status
• Check for acetic acid traces via lab tests to avoid reclassification