Orange-Grapefruit Marmalade Fruit Base from Japan
Preserved chunky mixture of orange and grapefruit peels with pulp in a light syrup liquid, packed in airtight jars for baking or spreads. Falls under HTS 2008.97.90.40 as a non-jam/jelly preserve containing oranges or grapefruit in liquid medium. Distinct from pure marmalades which may go to 2007.91.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Differentiate from true marmalade by confirming it's not gelled or pectin-set, which could classify under jams (2007.91)
• Include viscosity and water content documentation to affirm 'preserved' status per Chapter 20 notes