Chilled Sugar Snap Peas in Bulk from Japan
Bulk-packed chilled sugar snap peas are stored at refrigerated temperatures post-harvest, with pods fully intact. Classified under HTS 0708.10.40.40 for unshelled, fresh or chilled sugar snap peas (Pisum sativum).
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
• Use ventilated crates to prevent condensation; document chill chain from farm to port
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for fresh produce; include lot codes for traceability
• Watch for common pitfall of pod maturity—overmature pods may be deemed unfit and rejected