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Tahini Sesame Paste Sauce from Japan

Ground sesame seed paste blended with lemon and garlic for Middle Eastern dishes. As a mixed condiment preparation, it fits HTS 2103.90.90 'other'.

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

• Sesame allergen declaration mandatory post-FDA rule

• Provide roast level and purity certs for sesame

• Retail jar sizes prevent bulk oil classification