Fresh Pink Shallots from Japan
Fresh pink shallots display rosy skins and delicate flavor, popular in French and Indian dishes. HTS 0703.10.4070 designates them as fresh or chilled shallots within the alliaceous vegetables hierarchy.
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
• Conduct visual inspection for pink root disease before export
• Use refrigerated containers set to 0-4°C for transoceanic shipments
• Avoid overpacking to prevent bruising and quality-based duty adjustments