Soybean Ketchup Paste from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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