Spicy Tomato Juice in Can from Japan
Tomato juice infused with mild spices, in airtight cans, still qualifying as juice. HTS 2009.50.00.10 applies as small seasoning quantities don't change classification per similar notes. Unfermented and airtight.
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
• Document spice levels as 'small quantities' to align with note allowances like in 2005/2007
• Ensure spices don't elevate dry weight over 7% threshold
• Flavor declaration helps avoid 2103 sauce classification