Fresh Rosa Bianca Eggplant from Japan
Rosa Bianca is a Sicilian heirloom with pearlescent pinkish-purple skin and buttery texture for gourmet dishes. Under HTS 0709.30.40.60 for other fresh or chilled eggplants. Marketed whole for high-end retail.
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 refrigerated containers with ethylene absorbers; check for anthracnose spots
• Accurate invoice descriptions prevent undervaluation disputes
• Retail packaging must not imply preservation