HS Code for Fruit jam

Fruit jams are classified under HS code 2007.99, which falls within Chapter 20 of the Harmonized System, covering preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts, or other parts of plants. Heading 2007 specifically includes jams, fruit jellies, marmalades, fruit or nut purées, and fruit or nut pastes, obtained by cooking, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. The classification under 2007.99 is applied to products that are not homogenized (which would fall under 2007.10) and are not made from citrus fruits (which fall under 2007.91). To qualify for this code, the product must have undergone a cooking process that results in a gelled or thickened consistency through the evaporation of water and the activation of pectin. This distinguishes jams from fruit that is simply preserved in syrup or water without the application of heat sufficient to break down the fruit structure into a paste or jelly. The "n.e.c." (not elsewhere classified) designation in 2007.99 ensures that all non-citrus fruit-based cooked preparations are captured here, provided they do not meet the specific criteria for homogenized infant food preparations. This classification is vital for applying the correct tariffs on processed fruit exports and imports.

Products Included

• Strawberry and raspberry jams
• Apricot and peach preserves
• Blueberry and blackberry jellies
• Apple and plum pastes or purées
• Mixed fruit jams (excluding citrus-only blends)

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with HS code 2008, which covers fruits otherwise prepared or preserved, such as fruit in syrup where the fruit remains whole or in pieces without being cooked into a paste. Another common error involves 2007.10, which is reserved for homogenized preparations typically used as infant food. Additionally, fruit-flavored syrups or sauces without the required fruit pulp content may fall under 2106.90, and citrus marmalades must be classified under 2007.91.

FAQ

What is the HS code for fruit jam?

The HS code for non-citrus fruit jam, jellies, and purées is 2007.99.

Does this code include fruit butter?

Yes, fruit butters like apple butter or pear butter are considered fruit pastes obtained by cooking and are classified under 2007.99.