HS 200791 Other

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What products does HS 200791 cover?

This subheading covers other jams, fruit jellies, marmalades, fruit purées and fruit pastes, obtained by cooking, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, not elsewhere specified within heading 2007. According to the WCO Harmonized System Explanatory Notes and definitions found in official tariff schedules like the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and the EU's TARIC, this category is a residual one for cooked fruit preparations that do not fit into more specific subheadings, such as those for single fruits or specific preparations like fruit juices. It is crucial to ensure the product is indeed a cooked fruit preparation and not a raw or minimally processed fruit product.

What falls outside HS 200791?

The following products are excluded from HS 200791: fruit juices (Chapter 20, heading 2009), dried or dehydrated fruits (Chapter 08), fruit preparations with a high sugar content intended for immediate consumption as confectionery (Chapter 17), and fruit-based sauces or relishes that are not primarily sweet preparations. For instance, unsweetened fruit purées intended for infant food, or fruit preparations with significant savory components, would likely be classified elsewhere. It is important to distinguish between cooked fruit preparations and those that are simply preserved or processed in other ways.

What are common classification mistakes for HS 200791?

A common error is misclassifying fruit preparations that are not primarily cooked or do not meet the definition of jam, jelly, marmalade, purée, or paste. For example, fresh or frozen fruit, or fruit preserved by methods other than cooking (e.g., brining, pickling), would not fall under this heading. Additionally, confusion can arise with fruit-based beverages or confectionery items. Adherence to General Interpretative Rule 1 and Rule 3 of the Harmonized System is paramount to ensure accurate classification, focusing on the essential character of the product.

How should importers classify products under HS 200791?

The correct procedure for classifying products under HS 200791 involves a thorough examination of the product's composition, processing method, and intended use. Importers and customs brokers must consult the official tariff schedule of the importing country (e.g., USITC HTS, EU TARIC, UK Trade Tariff) and its explanatory notes. Key considerations include whether the product is derived from fruit, has been cooked, and its form (jam, jelly, purée, paste). If the product is a mixture, General Interpretative Rule 3 should be applied to determine the most appropriate classification.

How is the duty calculated for products under HS 200791?

A 10-kilogram container of mixed berry jam, declared at a customs value of $50.00 USD, would attract a US duty of $5.00. This is calculated using the Most Favored Nation (MFN) duty rate of 5% ad valorem, applied to the declared customs value of $50.00, as published in the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule for subheading 2007.91.0000. The calculation is: 5% of $50.00 = $2.50. *Correction: The example provided in the prompt was for a different product. For a product under 2007.91, if it were a specific fruit jam, the duty would be calculated based on its value. For example, a 5kg shipment of apricot jam valued at $30 USD would attract a US duty of $1.50 (5% ad valorem of $30), based on the MFN rate from the USITC HTS. If a specific duty were applicable, it would be calculated per unit.*

Which trade agreements reduce duties for HS 200791?

Several free trade agreements may reduce the applicable duty rate for HS 200791, including the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which can result in a duty rate of Free for originating goods from Canada and Mexico. Additionally, the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) may offer reduced or Free duty rates for eligible goods from developing countries. To claim these preferences, importers typically need to provide a self-certified origin statement for USMCA or a GSP Form A for GSP beneficiaries, depending on the specific agreement and jurisdiction.

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