Fig Puree Concentrate from Japan
Aseptic fig puree concentrate at 28° Brix, preserved by heat treatment, in 55-gallon drums. Falls under 2008.99.28.00 as concentrated preserved figs not qualifying as juice. Used in beverage and confectionery manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Refractometer certification required for Brix value declaration accuracy
• Aseptic filling documentation prevents refrigeration requirements at entry
• Confirm not 'obtained by cooking' per Chapter 20 note if claiming different processing