Fruit Jelly Slices with Sugar Dusting from Japan
Gelatin fruit slices dusted heavily with sugar, resulting in over 65% dry weight sugar. 2106.90.94.00 applies as prepared fruit-gelatin composite beyond Chapter 20 jams.
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
• Lab test pectin and sugar ratios to confirm composite status
• Ensure pH levels meet FDA acidified food requirements
• Declare fruit content accurately to avoid Chapter 20 misclassification