Mixed Fruit Preserves in Syrup from Japan
A preserve made from a blend of strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries cooked in sugar syrup, not qualifying as jam due to lower pectin content. Classified under HTS 2008.97.90 as a mixture of fruits otherwise prepared or preserved, falling into 'other' mixtures not specifically covered elsewhere in 2008.19.
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
• Verify sugar content and Brix value documentation to avoid reclassification under specific fruit subheadings like 2008.60
• Ensure labels specify fruit mixture composition to comply with FDA food labeling requirements