Guava Paste in Plastic Wrap from Japan
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.
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
• 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