Pre-Washed Napa Cabbage from Japan
Fresh Napa cabbage heads gently washed and chilled, ready for retail without further cleaning. Remains under HTS 0704.90.4045 as it qualifies as fresh/chilled, not processed or preserved. Common in convenience produce sections for kimchi prep.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
30%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• File FDA Prior Notice as 'ready-to-eat' if pre-washed, triggering enhanced sampling
• Confirm washing uses potable water to avoid microbial contamination claims