Marinara Pasta Sauce from Japan

Classic Italian tomato sauce with tomatoes, garlic, onions, basil, and olive oil for pasta dishes. Classified in HTS 2103.20.4040 as other tomato sauces, distinct from pure ketchup. Typically jarred for retail sale.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

21.6%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Submit tomato solids analysis (Brix degrees) to confirm distinction from ketchup (28%+ solids)

Include country-of-origin labeling for tomatoes per USMCA preferences if applicable

Avoid generic 'sauce' declarations; specify 'tomato cooking sauce' on entry docs