Green Cabbage from Japan
Fresh green cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata), commonly known as white cabbage, is a leafy vegetable with a round head used in salads, slaws, and cooking. It falls under HTS 0704.90.20.00 as a fresh or chilled cabbage, part of the edible brassicas excluding cauliflower and heading varieties.
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
• Verify freshness upon import; ensure produce is chilled but not frozen to avoid reclassification under heading 0710
• Provide phytosanitary certificates from origin country confirming no pests or diseases common to brassicas
• Label accurately as 'fresh cabbage' to prevent misclassification as processed vegetables