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Rosa Bianca Italian Eggplant from Japan

Rosa Bianca is a heirloom Italian eggplant variety featuring teardrop-shaped, pale lavender-white striped skin and creamy, non-bitter flesh ideal for grilling or stuffing. Classified under HTS 0709.30.4040 due to its recognition as an 'Italian' type eggplant in fresh or chilled form.

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

Provide botanical identification or variety certificates to substantiate Italian heirloom classification

Maintain cold chain (4-10°C) during transit; inspect for anthracnose to prevent rejection at US ports

Label clearly as 'fresh Italian eggplant' to differentiate from standard varieties during customs review