Fresh Purple Carrots from Japan
Purple carrots feature vibrant purple skin with orange flesh, grown for specialty markets and fresh consumption. As fresh or chilled edible roots, they are 'other' carrots under HTS 0706.10.20.00 regardless of color variation. Popular in gourmet and organic imports.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• For organic claims, provide certified organic documentation per General Statistical Note 6
• Separate by variety in manifests to avoid averaging weights
• Use ventilated packaging to prevent condensation and rot