Soybean Ketchup Paste from Germany
A thick paste made from boiled soybeans, seasoned mildly, used as a condiment base. Classified under HTS 2008.99.61.00 for other prepared soybeans, distinct from mixtures or fruit-based items.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include production process details (boiling/seasoning) in entry docs to confirm preparation status
• Ensure pH and preservation method compliance for FDA low-acid canned food registration
• Test for GMO content if from regions requiring labeling; declare accurately