Fresh Ramps from Japan
Fresh ramps (Allium tricoccum), wild leeks with broad leaves and onion-like bulbs, harvested fresh or chilled in spring. They qualify for HTS 0703.90.0040 as other alliaceous vegetables, not true leeks. Prized in gourmet cooking for their pungent flavor.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain wild harvest permits and sustainability docs due to overharvesting concerns; test for soil contaminants; declare as ramps specifically to avoid leek misclassification