Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce from Japan
A spicy tomato-based chili sauce made with fermented chili peppers, garlic, sugar, and vinegar, commonly used as a condiment. Classified under HTS 2103.20.40 as 'other' tomato sauces due to its chili-tomato composition beyond plain ketchup. It qualifies as a prepared sauce for retail consumption.
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 detailed ingredient breakdowns to prove primary tomato/chili content and avoid misclassification as spice mixes
• Ensure FDA prior notice for acidified foods and test pH levels for low-acid compliance during import
• Label clearly as 'other tomato sauce' to prevent shifts to higher-duty pepper sauce codes