Fresh Kirby Cucumbers from Japan
Kirby cucumbers are small to medium-sized, crisp cucumbers with bumpy skins, often used for fresh eating or pickling, imported fresh or chilled during the December-February window. They are classified in HTS 0707.00.20.90 as 'other' cucumbers excluding gherkins and greenhouse types. Known for their firm texture and versatility in salads.
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
• ,For winter imports from southern hemisphere (e.g
• Mexico), confirm harvest dates align with U.S. seasonal entry to avoid duty shifts
• Package in ventilated crates to prevent condensation; poor packaging leads to rejection for mold at ports