Fresh Chinese Long Eggplant from Japan
Chinese long eggplants are slender, purple-skinned varieties ideal for stir-fries, imported fresh or chilled. Classified under HTS 0709.30.20 for entries April 1-November 30 as other fresh eggplants not specified elsewhere. They must remain in a state unsuitable for immediate retail sale without further ripening.
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%
Import Tips
• Include commercial invoice detailing variety, origin, and entry date to confirm seasonal applicability and prevent reclassification
• Comply with USDA APHIS import requirements for solanaceous crops, including inspection for bacterial wilt
• Avoid common pitfall of mixing with preserved eggplants in shipment, which could trigger duties under 0711