Strawberry Jam with Added Sugar from Japan
A classic strawberry jam made by cooking strawberries with added sugar to achieve a spreadable consistency, typically used on toast or in desserts. It falls under HTS 2007.99.10.00 as a strawberry jam obtained by cooking and containing added sweetening matter. The product is preserved through heat treatment and sugar concentration.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify the product meets 'obtained by cooking' criteria via heat treatment documentation to confirm classification under heading 2007
• Provide lab analysis showing strawberry as primary ingredient and Brix value if disputed, plus net weight declarations
• Label accurately with ingredient list and country of origin; watch for reclassification if sugar content suggests 2007.10 for infant foods