Certified Organic Burpless Persian Cucumber from Japan
Burpless Persian cucumbers, a hybrid variety low in cucurbitacin for reduced bitterness, are certified organic, greenhouse-grown, and entered fresh or chilled July-August. This precise match to HTS 0707.00.60.13 reflects their varietal specificity, production method, organic status, and seasonal timing.
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
• Use APHIS PPQ Form 587 for foreign growing site registration if greenhouse; track chain of custody for organic integrity
• Common issue: varietal misidentification leading to wrong seasonal subheading