Fresh White Onions from Japan
Crisp white onions, fresh or chilled, ideal for salads and Mexican cuisine. Falls under HTS 0703.10.40 as other onions, distinct from red varieties or shallots.
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
• Label shipments clearly as 'fresh or chilled' to avoid reclassification as preserved goods
• Obtain import permits if from regions with onion-specific pests under APHIS regulations
• Inspect for uniform sizing to prevent issues with 'other' category specifications