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Fermented Cassava Paste from Japan

Paste made from fermented cassava root, preserved without sugar, packed in jars. This product is under HTS 2008.99.65.00 as 'other' cassava preparations. Used in African and Asian cooking for sauces.

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

Provide microbial testing results due to fermentation; comply with pasteurization standards

Declare pH levels in documentation to confirm stability and safety