Organic Mini Persian Cucumber from Japan
Mini Persian cucumbers are petite, burpless varieties grown hydroponically in greenhouses, certified organic, and supplied fresh or chilled. They match HTS 0707.00.20.37 for Persian types entered in the winter period due to their thin skin and small size.
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
• Label shipments clearly with organic certifier details and greenhouse proof to prevent reclassification
• Monitor temperature logs to ensure 'fresh or chilled' status, avoiding provisional preservation rules
• Avoid common pitfall of mixing with field-grown; document greenhouse cultivation explicitly