Low-Sugar Preserved Clementine Segments from Japan
Clementine orange segments preserved with minimal added sweetener, in recyclable tins. Fits HTS 2008.30.40.00 for low-sugar preserved oranges. Targeted at dietetic markets but not homogenized infant food.
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
• Highlight 'low-sugar' claims with lab analysis to support tariff positioning
• Ensure pH levels indicate proper acidification for shelf-stability
• Avoid infant food labeling to prevent precedence of 2007.10 subheading