Fresh Kirby Cucumbers from Japan

Small, firm cucumbers with bumpy skin, often used for pickling but imported fresh or chilled. HTS 0707.00.60 applies to summer entries (July 1-Aug 31) under cucumber tariff schedules. They remain fresh without processing.

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%

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Import Tips

• Ensure Customs declaration specifies entry date; obtain origin certificates

• Pitfall: chilled too long may be seen as preserved