Artificial Sweetener Jelly from Japan
Fruit pectin gel using sucralose sweetener, classified in 2106.90.94 as food preparation. USMCA 9823.10.44 treatment for qualifying imports meeting note 10(b)(2) sugar limitations. Spreadable fruit flavor without sugar calories.
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
• Pectin type and concentration affects viscosity classification
• Fruit content percentage documentation prevents jam classification
• USMCA origin must trace artificial sweetener supply chain