Fresh Lemon Cucumbers from Japan
Round, yellow-skinned heirloom cucumbers resembling lemons, imported fresh or chilled in HTS 0707.00.20 during winter quota period. Despite appearance, botanically cucumbers in Chapter 7. Mild flavor for fresh eating.
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
• Photos or samples may help customs verify not a melon despite shape
• Declare as 'cucumbers, fresh' explicitly on invoices
• Ensure no pesticide residues violating EPA tolerances