Orange Paste for Culinary Use from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
21.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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