Spiced Guava Jam from Japan
Spiced guava jam is guava fruit cooked with spices like cinnamon and cloves, then sweetened for a gourmet spread. Under HTS 2007.99.30.00, it qualifies as guava jam where small seasoning quantities are ignored per chapter notes. Cooking ensures the viscosity increase required for heading 2007.
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
• List spices as minor additives on labels to stay within 2007 tolerances
• Ensure spices comply with FDA GRAS list to avoid import alerts
• Batch-test for microbial safety post-cooking