Blueberry Jam from Japan
Made by cooking blueberries with sugar and pectin, this jam offers a rich, fruity spread for baking and breakfast. Falls under HTS 2007.99.15.00 for other berry jams obtained by cooking.
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
• Document pectin addition and cooking logs to prove 'obtained by cooking' per chapter notes
• Avoid retail vs bulk confusion; declare packaging intent accurately
• Check for visible fruit pieces; small quantities ok but excessive may suggest 2008 classification