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
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Quantify chili percentage to prove minor addition
• FDA prior notice required for spicy foods
• Test capsaicin levels for hazard classification