Pingtung Long Eggplant from Japan
Fresh Pingtung Long eggplants are thin, neon-purple Chinese heirloom varieties grown for their tender skin and minimal seeds, imported chilled April-November. HTS 0709.30.20.20 covers them as Chinese eggplants entered seasonally. Popular in Taiwanese and Southern Chinese recipes for quick cooking.
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 clear labeling as 'Chinese eggplant' on manifests to match HTS description
• Obtain exporter certifications for varietal authenticity
• Common error: bundling with off-season shipments leading to wrong subheading