Fresh Turnips from Japan
Fresh or chilled turnips are white-fleshed edible roots with purple shoulders, used in roasts or stews. HTS 0706.90.40 includes turnips under 'other' edible roots category. They are harvested young for tenderness.
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
• Check for earth-free roots per import regulations; provide cooling records to prove chilled status
• Avoid over-maturity to stay in fresh category