Fresh Brown Shallots from Japan
Small, brown-skinned shallots, fresh or chilled, used in gourmet cooking. HTS 0703.10.40 encompasses other shallots not specified in prior subheadings.
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
• Differentiate shallots from onions via botanical documentation if challenged
• Pack in ventilated crates to prevent condensation and spoilage
• Avoid bulk mixing with garlic to prevent heading confusion