Strawberry Fruit Spread
A thick preserve made from strawberries cooked with sugar and pectin, suitable for toast or desserts. Classified under HTS 2008.80.00.00 as strawberries otherwise prepared or preserved with added sweetening matter.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 11.9% | +37.5% | 49.4% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 11.9% | +10.0% | 21.9% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 11.9% | +10.0% | 21.9% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 11.9% | — | 11.9% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If finely homogenized for retail infant food ≤250g
Homogenized preparations for infants precedence per subheading note for 2007.10.
If high sugar content resembling fruit jelly
Products primarily sugar with fruit flavor may shift to Chapter 17 sugar confectionery.
If preserved in vinegar for pickles
Vinegar-preserved strawberries classify under 2008.60, not sugar-preserved.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure pectin content is declared; high pectin may require additional processing verification
• Comply with FDA jam/jelly standards for soluble solids content
• Avoid misdeclaration as juice concentrate to prevent reclassification
Related Products under HTS 2008.80.00.00
Canned Strawberries in Light Syrup
Whole or sliced strawberries packed in light sugar syrup, preserved in airtight tin cans for retail sale. This product falls under HTS 2008.80.00.00 as prepared strawberries preserved without vinegar or acetic acid, containing added sugar.
Dried Strawberries with Added Sugar
Dehydrated strawberries coated in sugar crystals, used as a snack or baking ingredient. This fits HTS 2008.80.00.00 for strawberries preserved by drying with added sweetening matter.
Strawberry Pie Filling
Canned strawberries in thickened syrup with pectin, designed for bakery use. Under HTS 2008.80.00.00 as prepared strawberries preserved with added sugar for culinary purposes.
Frozen Strawberries Thawed and Syrup Packed
Strawberries thawed from frozen state and packed in sugar syrup for preservation. HTS 2008.80.00.00 applies to these otherwise preserved strawberries with sweetening.
Strawberry Topping for Ice Cream
Chunky strawberry pieces in thick sweetened sauce for dessert topping. Classified in HTS 2008.80.00.00 as preserved strawberries with added sugar.
Organic Canned Strawberries
Organic strawberries preserved in natural juice or light syrup in cans. Falls under HTS 2008.80.00.00 for preserved strawberries, with organic certification.