Strawberry Fruit Paste from Germany
A thick strawberry paste obtained by cooking strawberries with sugar to create a concentrated spreadable product. Classified under HTS 2007.99.65.35 as a fruit paste produced by cooking, not qualifying as jam or jelly. Ideal for baking or as a filling in pastries.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Verify Brix value and cooking process documentation to confirm classification as cooked fruit paste under heading 2007
• Label products clearly with ingredient list and net weight to meet FDA food import standards
• Avoid misclassification as juice concentrates by proving water content reduction through cooking