Low-Sugar Guava Jam from Japan
Low-sugar guava jam uses reduced sugar content while cooking guava to a spreadable paste, ideal for health-conscious consumers. It fits HTS 2007.99.30.00 for guava jams obtained by cooking, explicitly including those without full sugar addition. The heat process aligns with chapter note definitions.
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 sugar content analysis to support 'other sweetening matter' claims
• Ensure pectin use is minimal to maintain jam classification
• Comply with country-of-origin labeling for blended sweeteners