Organic Red Raspberry Puree for Confectionery from Japan
Organic red raspberry puree cooked with minimal sweeteners for use in chocolates and candies. Classified in 2007.99.65.10 due to cooking process increasing viscosity and red raspberry specificity. Not suitable for infant feeding, distinguishing from homogenized subheadings.
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
• Provide organic certification and processing records to support heading 2007 classification
• Ensure containers meet food contact standards; test for contaminants common in berry imports
• Document heat treatment to avoid reclassification as fresh puree under 0813