Sweetened Guava Puree from Japan
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.
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
• Specify end-use (industrial vs retail) as bulk may affect valuation
• Provide lab tests for microbial safety and sugar levels
• Avoid declaring as 'jam' to prevent 2007 shift