Fresh Red Pearl Onions from Japan
Vibrant red-skinned pearl onions, 12-16 mm in diameter, fresh or chilled and popular in gourmet cooking. Classified under HTS 0703.10.30.00 for their small size meeting pearl onion criteria in the alliaceous vegetables chapter.
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
• Conduct random diameter checks on shipments; red varieties often vary slightly in size during growth
• Include country-of-origin labeling and ensure refrigeration logs for chilled status compliance
• Avoid bundling with larger onions in same container to prevent commingling and classification disputes