Guava Jam from China
Guava jam is a thick, sweet spread made by cooking guava fruit pulp with sugar until it reaches a jam-like consistency. It falls under HTS 2007.99.30.00 as a guava-based jam obtained by cooking, whether or not containing added sugar. This classification applies to retail-packaged guava jams distinct from homogenized infant preparations.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the product is obtained by cooking to confirm heading 2007 eligibility; provide lab analysis for Brix value if disputed
• Ensure labeling distinguishes it from fresh guava paste to avoid reclassification
• Check for added preservatives, as small quantities are allowed but must be documented