Black Currant Jam from Germany
Black currant jam is a cooked preserve made from black currants, sugar, and pectin, typically used as a spread for bread or in desserts. It falls under HTS 2007.99.15.00 as a jam specifically from currants and other berries, obtained by cooking with added sugar.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the product meets 'obtained by cooking' criteria with documentation on heat treatment process to confirm classification in heading 2007
• Provide lab analysis showing Brix value and sugar content; ensure labeling distinguishes from juices or raw purees
• Avoid misclassification as retail infant food by confirming container sizes exceed 250g net weight