Fresh Sugar Snap Peas from Japan

Sugar snap peas (Pisum sativum) are young, edible-pod peas harvested fresh or chilled, with the entire pod and peas inside consumed. They are classified under HTS 0708.10.20.40 when entered July 1 to September 30 due to seasonal import provisions for this specific pea variety, distinguishing them from standard peas.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify entry date falls July 1-Sept 30; off-season shifts to general pea codes like 0708.10.2000

Obtain phytosanitary certificate confirming pest-free status and proper chilling to avoid spoilage claims

Label as 'sugar snap peas' precisely; mislabeling as snow peas risks reclassification and penalties

Fresh Sugar Snap Peas from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0708.10.20.40