Orange Paste for Culinary Use from Germany
A thick paste made from cooked orange pulp, often with added sugar, used in baking and sauces. Classified under HTS 2007.91.10.00 as a citrus fruit paste obtained by cooking, fitting the chapter note for heat-treated products to increase viscosity.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
11.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Verify cooking process documentation to confirm heat treatment under atmospheric or reduced pressure as per chapter notes
• Ensure labeling includes ingredients and net weight; common pitfall is misclassifying uncooked purees
• Obtain FDA prior notice for food safety compliance before import