Organic Apricot Jam from Germany
Organic apricot jam is produced from certified organic apricots cooked with organic sugar, preserving natural flavor without synthetic pesticides. It is classified in HTS 2007.99.20.00 as apricot jam obtained by cooking with added sugar. Organic certification does not alter the tariff classification.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include USDA organic certificates with entry docs; ensure cooking process maintains organic integrity per NOP rules
• Label country of origin clearly for organic claims
• Pitfall: customs may require residue testing for pesticides