Chilled Baby Napa Cabbage from Japan
Immature, small heads of Napa cabbage harvested early for tenderness, chilled to extend shelf life without freezing. Falls under HTS 0704.90.4045 as 'Napa cabbage' within fresh or chilled edible brassicas, not further processed. Popular in gourmet markets for quick-cooking stir-fries or salads.
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
• Label clearly as 'baby Napa cabbage' to distinguish from mature heads and avoid reclassification
• Include country-of-origin marking on crates, as brassicas require traceability for food safety recalls
• Test for pesticide residues, as Chinese exports often face scrutiny under FDA import alerts