Sourwood Comb Honey Retail from Japan
Appalachian sourwood comb honey in 1lb retail tubs, famous for tangy finish and medicinal reputation. This retail comb format falls under HTS 0409.00.00.10.
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
• July harvest window critical; import promptly to capture peak sourwood aroma
• Tub lids must seal against anoxic conditions preserving medicinal volatiles
• Regional appellation claims require >50% sourwood pollen verification