Chapter 20 covers preparations of vegetables, fruits, nuts or other parts of plants, including foods processed by vinegar preservation, sugar preservation, cooking, homogenization, etc. This chapter does not include goods that have only been simply frozen or temporarily preserved (classified under Chapter 7 or Chapter 8), nor foods prepared by other methods (such as bakery products classified under Chapter 19). The core characteristic is that they have undergone deep processing that changes the basic characteristics of the original products. Heading 2007 specifically covers homogenized preparations, namely jams, fruit jellies, marmalades, etc., that have been finely ground, sifted or homogenized so that the product is in a uniform paste or cream form. These preparations are usually made from fruits or nuts as the base material, cooked and with sugar or other sweeteners added, and may be consumed directly or used as food ingredients. Products under this heading must meet the 'homogenization' process requirement, namely that the particle fineness reaches a degree at which the particles cannot be identified. The first 2 digits '20' represent Chapter 20: preparations of vegetables, fruits, nuts or other parts of plants. The 3rd-4th digits '07' represent heading 2007: homogenized jams, fruit jellies, marmalades and similar homogenized preparations. The 5th-6th digits '10' are subheading 2007.10: homogenized preparations. Therefore, the complete code 200710 indicates homogenized jam, namely jam products that have undergone homogenization treatment and are in a uniform paste form. Note: subheading 2007.10 refers only to homogenized preparations, while other non-homogenized jams, jellies, etc. are classified under 2007.91 to 2007.99. This commodity is classified under 200710 because it has undergone homogenization treatment, with particle fineness reaching a degree at which particles cannot be identified, meeting the definition of 'homogenized preparations.' The difference from the adjacent codes 200791 (citrus fruit jams) or 200799 (other jams) is that products under 200791 and 200799 may retain fruit pulp particles or may not be fully homogenized, whereas 200710 requires the product to be in a uniform paste form. In addition, if the product has only been simply boiled without homogenization, even if it is jam, it is not classified under 200710.

Product name: The specific name of the declared commodity, which should include the word 'homogenized,' such as 'homogenized strawberry jam.' Ingredient content: List the main ingredients and percentages, such as fruit content, sugar content, additives, etc. Processing method: Describe the homogenization process, such as 'finely ground and homogenized to a particle fineness of ≤100 microns.' Packaging specifications: Indicate the inner packaging form and net weight, such as '200 g/bottle, glass bottle.' Brand: Declare the brand name (if there is no brand, indicate 'none'). Production date/shelf life: Provide the production date and shelf life for food safety supervision. Country (region) of origin: Fill in the country of origin of the goods, such as 'Italy.' Product name: homogenized strawberry jam; Ingredient content: strawberry 60%, white granulated sugar 35%, pectin 3%, citric acid 2%; Processing method: strawberries are cleaned, de-stemmed, boiled, and then homogenized through a colloid mill to a particle fineness of ≤80 microns; Packaging specifications: 200 g/bottle, glass bottle, 24 bottles/carton; Brand: ABC; Production date: 2025-03-01; Shelf life: 18 months; Country of origin: Italy. Failure to indicate the 'homogenization' process, resulting in classification under 200799 (other jams), affecting tariffs and regulatory conditions. False declaration of ingredient content, such as fruit content lower than the standard, may result in the product being determined as a sugar-preserved product classified under 2006. Failure to declare net weight in packaging specifications, affecting customs statistics and subsequent audits.

The core basis for classification is whether the product has undergone homogenization treatment, that is, fine grinding, sifting or homogenization so that the particle fineness reaches a degree at which particles cannot be identified. According to the HS Explanatory Notes, homogenized preparations should be in a uniform paste form, usually used for infant foods or consumed directly. If the product retains fruit pulp particles or is not homogenized, it is classified as non-homogenized jam under 2007.91 to 2007.99. In addition, if the product contains fruit juice or vegetable juice and the fruit content is less than 50%, it may be classified under other headings of Chapter 20 or Chapter 21. 200791 Citrus fruit jams: 200791 refers to non-homogenized citrus fruit jams, jellies, marmalades, etc., which may retain peel or pulp particles; while 200710 requires homogenization treatment and is not limited to citrus fruits. 200799 Other jams: 200799 covers other non-homogenized jams, such as strawberry jam, apple jam, etc., which usually have a granular texture; 200710 emphasizes the homogenization process and is in a uniform paste form. 200600 Sugar-preserved vegetables and fruits: 200600 refers to vegetables and fruits preserved by sugar glazing, sugar boiling or sugar soaking, with the product form intact or in pieces; 200710 is a homogenized paste and is usually cooked. 200510 Homogenized vegetables: 200510 is homogenized vegetable preparations, with vegetables as the raw material; 200710 is homogenized fruit or nut preparations, with different raw materials. 210690 Other food preparations: 210690 is food preparations not elsewhere specified or included; if homogenized jam does not meet the definition of 2007 (such as fruit content being too low), it may be classified under this code. Has the product undergone homogenization treatment, with particle fineness impossible to identify? Are fruits or nuts the base material, and is the content compliant with requirements? Have sugar or other sweeteners been added, and has the product been cooked? Is the packaging intended directly for consumers rather than as an industrial raw material? Are products that are simply frozen, temporarily preserved, or only vinegar-preserved excluded?

What is the difference in HS classification between homogenized jam and ordinary jam? Homogenized jam is classified under 200710, while ordinary jam is classified under 200791 (citrus) or 200799 (other) depending on the raw material. The key difference lies in the homogenization process: homogenized jam must be finely ground or homogenized so that particle fineness cannot be identified and it is in a uniform paste form; ordinary jam may retain fruit pulp particles. The processing method must be clearly stated at declaration. How can it be determined whether jam meets the 'homogenized' standard? According to the HS Explanatory Notes, homogenized preparations should be in a uniform paste form, with particle fineness usually less than 100 microns and indistinguishable to the naked eye. Enterprises may provide production process documents or test reports (such as particle size analysis) as proof. Customs may require sampling and laboratory testing to confirm whether it meets the definition of homogenized. In the declaration elements for homogenized jam, how should ingredient content be filled in? The type and content of fruit, sugar content, additives, etc. must be listed. For example, 'strawberry 60%, white granulated sugar 35%, pectin 3%, citric acid 2%.' Fruit content affects classification: if it is less than 50%, it may be classified under 210690. At the same time, excessively high sugar content may cause it to be regarded as a sugar-preserved product classified under 2006. How can the import tariff rate for homogenized jam be checked? Tariff rates vary depending on the country of origin, trade agreements and annual adjustments. It is recommended to check the latest Import and Export Tariff through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China or the 'Single Window,' or search using HS code 200710 in a tariff query system. Note the differences among MFN rates, agreement rates and general rates. What are the inspection and quarantine requirements for homogenized jam? Imported homogenized jam must comply with China's national food safety standards, such as GB 2760 (food additives), GB 4789 (microbiological limits), etc. Certificates of origin, health certificates, Chinese labels, etc. are required. If it contains animal ingredients, animal and plant quarantine approval must also be obtained. For specifics, consult customs or a professional customs broker. Can 200710 apply to homogenized jam imported through cross-border e-commerce retail? Yes, but it must comply with cross-border e-commerce retail import policies. The commodity must be included in the 'List of Commodities Subject to Cross-border E-commerce Retail Imports' and declared through the customs cross-border e-commerce customs clearance service platform. The single transaction limit for an individual is 5,000 yuan, and the annual limit is 26,000 yuan. The tax rate is calculated according to the comprehensive cross-border e-commerce tax, usually lower than that for general trade. Does the packaging specification of homogenized jam affect classification? Packaging specifications generally do not change classification, but if it is in industrial bulk packaging (such as 25 kg/drum) and used for food processing, it is still classified under 200710. If it is in retail packaging, it must comply with prepackaged food labeling requirements. Note: if the packaging contains other non-homogenized ingredients, the overall classification may be affected. If nuts are added to homogenized jam, how is it classified? If nuts and fruits are mixed and homogenized, and nuts are the main ingredient, it may be classified under 200819 (other nut preparations) or 200710 (if fruit is the main ingredient). It must be determined according to the main ingredients. If nuts are only used for flavoring, it is still classified under 200710. It is recommended to clarify the proportion of each ingredient at declaration so that customs can classify it correctly.