Basswood Comb Honey Hexagon from Japan
Premium basswood comb honey cut into signature hexagonal retail portions, mimicking natural hive cells. This retail presentation qualifies under HTS 0409.00.00.10 for comb honey.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Hexagonal cuts must remain intact comb; crumbling disqualifies as comb honey
• Use humidity-controlled packaging (50-60% RH) to prevent wax degradation
• Provide NMR (nuclear magnetic resonance) authenticity testing for high-value imports