Currant Jelly Seedless
Seedless black currant jelly made from preserved fruit, clear spreadable product. HTS 2008.99.21 covers currants as other berries preserved with sugar. Strained preparation still fruit-based.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4.5% | +25.0% | 29.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4.5% | — | 4.5% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4.5% | — | 4.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4.5% | — | 4.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4.5% | — | 4.5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If homogenized infant food ≤250g
Currant preparations for infants take precedence per subheading notes.
If fruit jellies where sugar predominates
Sugar >65% makes product primarily sugar confect. with fruit flavoring.
If dried currants
Dried fruit without preservation processing in Chapter 8.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Soluble solids ≥65% may trigger sugar product scrutiny under 1704
• Provide pectin usage documentation; excessive amounts changes classification
• Color additive declaration required if artificially colored
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