Fresh Thai Long Eggplant from Japan
Slender Thai long eggplants are vibrant purple, thin-skinned, and ideal for curries with minimal seeding. Classified in HTS 0709.30.40.60 as other fresh/chilled eggplants. Imported chilled but ready for cooking without processing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Comply with Lacey Act declarations for plant species; inspect for fruit flies at ports
• Avoid plastic bags causing condensation rot; opt for mesh nets
• Document harvest date to prove freshness under CBP rules