Organic Fresh Elephant Garlic Bulbs from Japan
Large elephant garlic (Allium ampeloprasum), certified organic and supplied fresh or chilled. Covered by HTS 0703.20.00 as it is a type of garlic-like alliaceous vegetable in fresh form per chapter definitions.
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 USDA NOP organic certificate matching General Statistical Note 6 standards for duty preferences
• Separate organic from conventional garlic in shipments to prevent cross-contamination claims
• Monitor for quota applicability if from countries with garlic import restrictions