Fresh Red Sweet Onions (Vidalia-style) from Japan
Mild, sweet red onions similar to Vidalia but with red skins, grown in specific soils for low pungency, chilled post-harvest. Fits HTS 0703.10.40.55 as red variety onions, fresh or chilled, not qualifying for geographical indications. Popular for caramelizing and raw eating.
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
• Ensure no pesticide residues exceed EPA tolerances with lab testing reports
• Use NAICS code 111219 for statistical reporting on entry forms
• Avoid mixing red and non-red onions in same shipment to prevent reclassification