Tomato Soup Powder from Japan
Dehydrated powder blend of tomato puree, herbs, cream powder, and thickeners for instant tomato soup. Classified in 2104.10.00 as a soup preparation, not falling under vegetable mixes of note 1(a).
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
• Ensure labeling specifies 'preparation for soup' to differentiate from plain tomato powder
• Comply with country-of-origin rules for tomatoes to leverage trade agreements
• Watch for acidification levels to meet FDA low-acid canned food exemptions