Fresh Cipollini Onions from Japan
Fresh Cipollini onions are flat, disc-shaped mild onions originally from Italy, roasted whole in gourmet cooking. Classified under HTS 0703.10.40.75 for fresh/chilled 'other' onions/shallots. Shape does not alter base alliaceous classification.
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
• Provide botanical confirmation if challenged on onion vs shallot status
• Use cool chain logistics; Cipollini sensitive to ethylene from other produce
• Avoid bulk with mixed sizes; uniform lots simplify customs valuation