Fresh Crown Broccoli from Japan
Fresh crown broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica) consists of the dense green florets and short stem tops harvested at peak maturity. It is classified under HTS 0704.90.40.24 as fresh or chilled broccoli, excluding sprouting varieties, within the edible brassicas category.
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 a phytosanitary certificate from the exporting country confirming freedom from pests like cabbage loopers
• Maintain cold chain below 4°C during transit to preserve freshness and avoid reclassification as unfit
• Declare exact variety and weight; mislabeling as sprouting broccoli can trigger audits