Apricot-Ginger Jam from Mexico
Apricot-ginger jam blends cooked apricots with ginger for a spicy twist, used in baking or tea sandwiches, with sugar added. HTS 2007.99.20.00 covers apricot jams allowing small seasoning quantities. Ginger is minor per notes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Quantify ginger (<10%) in docs to stay as apricot jam; FDA requires allergen labeling for ginger
• Pitfall: high ginger may reclassify as sauce
• Ensure cooking proof via process description