Organic Pear Paste from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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