Orange Blossom Extra Light Amber Honey from Japan
Natural honey from citrus orange blossoms, graded extra light amber per HTS 0409.00.00.45 for its pale golden hue. Falls under 'other' honey due to color specification in the tariff structure. Known for floral citrus aroma.
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
• Certify varietal purity via melissopalynology (pollen analysis); declare Brix levels
• Use tamper-evident packaging for retail imports
• Monitor for adulteration testing by US labs