Concentrated Tomato Juice in Steel Drum-Like Can from Japan
Lightly concentrated tomato juice (Brix ~10-12) in large airtight steel cans. Qualifies for HTS 2009.50.00.10 if dry weight <7%, unfermented. Airtight packaging defines subheading.
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
• Measure dry weight precisely; >=7% moves to 2002 per chapter note
• Large cans still need airtight lining; inspect for rust
• Brix declaration mandatory for concentration claims