Strawberry Jam

A cooked strawberry preserve with added sugar, typically used as a spread for bread or toast. It falls under HTS 2007.99.45.00 as a jam obtained by cooking, not specifically provided for elsewhere in the jams subheading. The product has a thick, spreadable consistency due to heat treatment reducing water content.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.6%+35.0%40.6%
🇲🇽Mexico5.6%+10.0%15.6%
🇨🇦Canada5.6%+10.0%15.6%
🇩🇪Germany5.6%+10.0%15.6%
🇯🇵Japan5.6%+10.0%15.6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2007.10.00Higher: 47% vs 40.6%

If finely homogenized for infant food in containers ≤250g

Homogenized preparations for infants take precedence over other subheadings of 2007 per subheading note.

2008.60.00Lower: 39.5% vs 40.6%

If not obtained by cooking, e.g., uncooked fruit paste

Heading 2007 requires cooking to increase viscosity; uncooked preserves fall under 2008.

1704.90.35Same rate: 40.6%

If sugar content exceeds 30% and presented as glacé or crystallized fruit

High-sugar fruit preserves resembling glacé fruit shift to Chapter 17 sugar confectionery.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify Brix value and sugar content via lab testing to confirm classification under jams, avoiding reclassification as fruit puree

Provide commercial invoice detailing cooking process and ingredients to demonstrate compliance with heading 2007 requirements

Ensure labeling meets FDA standards for jams, including net weight and allergen declarations to prevent customs delays

Related Products under HTS 2007.99.45.00

Raspberry Jam

Cooked raspberry jam with sugar, featuring whole fruit pieces in a gelled base for spreading on scones or in baking. Classified in 2007.99.45.00 as 'other' jams from cooking process, distinct from citrus or specific berry jams listed elsewhere. Meets chapter note for heat treatment to achieve viscosity.

Blueberry Jam

Thick blueberry jam produced by cooking berries with sugar, ideal for pancakes or yogurt topping. It qualifies under HTS 2007.99.45.00 as other jams, as blueberries are not specified in prior jam subheadings. Cooking reduces water for the characteristic spreadable texture.

Blackberry Jam

Cooked blackberry jam with added sugar, containing seeds and pulp for authentic texture on toast. Falls under 2007.99.45.00 as other jams obtained by cooking, not covered by specific berry provisions. Heat treatment creates the gelled consistency required by the heading.

Apricot Jam

Smooth apricot jam made by cooking pitted apricots with sugar, perfect for glazing pastries. Classified in HTS 2007.99.45.00 as other non-specific jams from cooking process enhancing viscosity. Distinct from purees due to gelling agents and texture.

Mixed Berry Jam

Jam from cooking strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries with sugar for versatile use. HTS 2007.99.45.00 applies to this other jam not singled out by fruit type. Multi-fruit blend meets cooked paste criteria.

Plum Jam

Traditional plum jam from cooked plums and sugar, deep purple spread for cheeses. Classified 2007.99.45.00 as other jams via cooking process. Not homogenized or infant-specific.