Organic Apricot Jam from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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