Mixed Berry Currant Jelly from Japan
A blend of currants and mixed berries cooked into a fruit jelly with sweeteners for spreading. Classified under HTS 2007.99.70.00 due to currant and berry content.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify percentage of currants/berries in invoice to justify 2007.99.70.00 classification
• Obtain prior FDA approval for novel sweeteners or preservatives
• Avoid bulk packaging that might suggest industrial use under different headings