Guava Paste in Plastic Wrap
Thick, dense paste made from cooked and pureed guavas with sugar, individually wrapped for retail. Classified under HTS 2008.99.3000 as otherwise prepared or preserved guavas, distinct from juices or homogenized infant food. Popular in Latin American cuisines as a sweet spread.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If considered a jam or jelly by consistency and processing
Fruit jellies and marmalades from guavas go to heading 2007, based on cooking method to increase viscosity.
If extracted and concentrated as guava juice
Pure guava juice, unfermented, classifies in heading 2009 for fruit juices, not preserved fruit.
If sugar content exceeds 30% and marketed as candy
High-sugar guava confections may shift to Chapter 17 as sugar confectionery.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include Brix value measurements if over 13° to confirm not qualifying for lower-duty juice subheadings
• Label as 'guava paste' clearly to prevent confusion with jams under 2007
Related Products under HTS 2008.99.30.00
Sweetened Guava Puree
Smooth puree from ripe guavas with added sugar, in bulk pouches for food manufacturing. Fits HTS 2008.99.3000 as preserved guavas, excluding homogenized infant food or juices. Used in smoothies, sauces, and bakery.
Guava Fruit Preserves
Whole or chunk guavas in thick preserves, jarred for pantry storage. Under HTS 2008.99.3000 as not jams or juices. Traditional sweet treat.
Canned Guava Halves in Syrup
Guava fruit halved and preserved in heavy syrup, packed in tin cans for retail sale. This product falls under HTS 2008.99.3000 as prepared guavas, not elsewhere specified, with added sugar but not as a mixture or frozen. It is shelf-stable and commonly used for desserts or direct consumption.
Diced Guavas in Light Syrup
Fresh guava pieces diced and preserved in light sugar syrup, canned for extended shelf life. This fits HTS 2008.99.3000 for guavas otherwise prepared or preserved, excluding mixtures or specific forms like puree. Ideal for fruit cocktails or baking.
Whole Guavas in Heavy Syrup
Whole peeled guava fruits preserved in heavy sugar syrup, packed in glass jars. Under HTS 2008.99.3000 as guavas prepared or preserved, not fitting juice, puree, or mixture categories. Used in tropical desserts and beverages.
Guava Slices in Juice
Thinly sliced guavas packed in their own juice with minimal added sugar, in aseptic pouches. Classifies in HTS 2008.99.3000 for preserved guavas not as juice or mixtures. Suitable for health-conscious consumers.