0708.90.40.00/Fresh Lotus Root Pods/Japan

Fresh Lotus Root Pods from Japan

Podded leguminous varieties related to lotus family, fresh/chilled, used in Asian cuisine as whole pods. Classed under HTS 0708.90.40.00 for miscellaneous shelled/unshelled legumes not elsewhere specified.

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

• Botanical verification essential; confirm legume status vs. rhizome confusion

• Import in ventilated crates to prevent condensation damage