Organic Pear Paste from Canada
Thick paste produced by cooking organic pears with minimal sweetening, ideal for gourmet spreads. Classified in 2007.99.48.00 as a pear-based puree obtained by cooking, distinguishing it from fresh or frozen forms.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify organic status with USDA-equivalent docs to match labeling claims during customs review
• Demonstrate viscosity increase via processing records to satisfy 'obtained by cooking' requirement
• Check for added spirit; ensure <0.5% alcohol to avoid chapter 22 reclassification