Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce from Japan
A thick, glossy sauce combining tomatoes, chilies, sugar, vinegar, and garlic for sweet-heat balance, commonly used with spring rolls. Falls under HTS 2103.20.4040 as 'other tomato sauces' due to tomato puree as a key ingredient. Popular in Asian cuisine for appetizers and marinades.
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
• Include lab analysis certificate showing tomato content to distinguish from pure pepper sauces
• Ensure packaging complies with child-resistant caps if alcohol content present from fermentation
• Declare exact HS description matching 'tomato sauces, other' to prevent exam referrals