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
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
• 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