0409.00.00.56/Buckwheat Light Amber Honey/Japan

Buckwheat Light Amber Honey from Japan

Robust natural honey from buckwheat flowers, light amber variety with malty flavor and dark floral notes despite lighter hue. Classified in HTS 0409.00.00.56 as other light amber natural honey, raw and unpasteurized. Valued for nutritional benefits in health foods.

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%

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Import Tips

• Test for HMF levels to confirm no excessive heating; declare exact color grade on entry docs

• Avoid bulk mixing with darker honeys; obtain prior FDA registration for facilities