Cornichon-Style Gherkins from Japan
Tiny French-style gherkins, crisp and uniform, imported fresh or chilled specifically during winter months for pickling. Fits HTS 0707.00.20.15 as gherkins under seasonal cucumber provisions. Ideal for gourmet pickling without prior preservation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct cold chain monitoring to maintain 'chilled' status below 7°C upon entry
• Provide country-of-origin documentation proving gherkin varietal to avoid reclassification as standard cucumbers