Organic Guava Jam from Japan
Organic guava jam is produced by cooking certified organic guava fruit with minimal organic sugar, creating a preservative-free spread. Classified under HTS 2007.99.30.00 for guava jams obtained by cooking, it meets the chapter note for heat-treated fruit pastes. Organic certification does not alter the HTS but requires additional documentation.
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
• Obtain organic certification documents from origin country and ensure USDA NOP compliance for US entry
• Test for pesticide residues to prevent FDA holds
• Label net weight and ingredients clearly to match HTS description