Guava Chili Jam from Japan
Guava chili jam fuses cooked guava with chili peppers for a sweet-heat spread, used in gourmet cooking. It remains under HTS 2007.99.30.00 for guava jams, as chili is a minor seasoning per notes. Cooking defines its paste-like texture.
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
• Quantify chili percentage to prove minor addition
• FDA prior notice required for spicy foods
• Test capsaicin levels for hazard classification