West India Gherkins from Japan

Spiny West India gherkins, small and flavorful, imported fresh/chilled during December-February. Classified in HTS 0707.00.20.15 for seasonal gherkin imports under cucumbers. Popular for tangy pickling applications.

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%

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Import Tips

• Source from approved growing regions; check APHIS lists for cucurbit imports

• Declare varietal name on entry docs to confirm gherkin status vs generic cucumbers

• Monitor humidity in transit to prevent premature spoilage affecting classification