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
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
• 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