Chipotle Tomato Sauce from Japan
Smoky sauce blending chipotle peppers in adobo with tomatoes and spices. Classified HTS 2103.20.4040 as tomato sauce preparation. Used in tacos and barbecue.
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 smoke flavoring method (natural vs artificial)
• Test moisture content to distinguish sauce from paste
• Include chipotle origin if from Mexico for quota considerations