Cherry Jam with Pectin
A sweet spread made from cooked cherries, sugar, and pectin, used for toast and desserts. Classified under HTS 2007.99.25.00 as cherry jam obtained by cooking with added sugar. Meets chapter note for heat-treated fruit preparations.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If finely homogenized for infants in containers ≤250g
Homogenized cherry preparations for retail infant food take precedence per subheading note.
If not obtained by cooking
Uncooked fruit pastes fall under heading 2008 for non-heat-treated preparations.
If citrus-based like orange marmalade
Citrus jams classified separately under specific citrus subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify cooking process documentation to confirm classification under heading 2007 as heat-treated
• Label net weight, ingredients, and Brix if applicable; avoid misclassification as fresh fruit preserves
• Obtain FDA prior notice for food imports and check for sugar content declarations
Related Products under HTS 2007.99.25.00
Seedless Cherry Jam
Jam produced by cooking pitted cherries with sugar, resulting in a smooth, spreadable texture without seeds. Falls under HTS 2007.99.25.00 for cherry jams obtained by cooking with added sweetening matter.
Organic Cherry Jam
Preserve made from organically grown cherries cooked with organic cane sugar, certified USDA organic. HTS 2007.99.25.00 applies to cooked cherry jams regardless of organic status.
Low-Sugar Cherry Jam
Diet-friendly cherry jam cooked with reduced sugar and natural fruit pectin for gelling. Still classified as cherry jam under HTS 2007.99.25.00 since obtained by cooking with some sweetening matter.
Montmorency Tart Cherry Jam
Jam from Montmorency tart cherries, cooked with sugar to balance acidity, popular for pies. HTS 2007.99.25.00 for all cherry jams obtained by cooking.
Bing Cherry Jam
Premium jam from sweet Bing cherries, slow-cooked with sugar for intense flavor. Classifies under HTS 2007.99.25.00 as cooked cherry jam.
Sugar-Free Cherry Jam
Cherry jam sweetened with artificial sweeteners, cooked to proper consistency using pectin. Remains under HTS 2007.99.25.00 as 'other sweetening matter' includes non-sugar.