Armenian Persian Cucumber Hybrid from Japan
Armenian Persian cucumber hybrids blend thin skin and ribbed texture, greenhouse cultivated for winter markets. HTS 0707.00.20.50 captures these as 'Persian' fresh/chilled during Dec-Feb due to their varietal classification. Hybrids maintain Persian tariff status via breeding lineage.
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
• Provide seed catalog or breeder docs confirming Persian hybrid status for disputes
• Ice promptly post-harvest; wilting disqualifies 'chilled' claim
• Batch by maturity; overripe shipments face quality-based duties