Seedless Cherry Jam from Japan
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.
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
• Provide lab analysis confirming cooked state and cherry content > primary ingredient
• Use tamper-evident jars for retail packs to comply with food safety regs
• Watch for reclassification if sugar content suggests it as a puree under 2007.99.40