Pear Chunks in Heavy Syrup from Japan
Diced pear pieces preserved in heavy sugar syrup within tin cans, suitable for desserts. Falls under HTS 2008.40.00 for pears otherwise prepared or preserved, containing added sweetening matter but not as juice.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Include lab analysis for sugar content to confirm not a juice product; ensure child-safe packaging if marketed for infants
• Watch for contamination issues in syrup during inspections