Fresh White Eggplant from Japan
White eggplants, also known as Casper variety, offer mild flavor and creamy texture without bitterness, popular in Southeast Asian dishes. Under HTS 0709.30.40.60 as other fresh/chilled eggplants. Chilled upon harvest to maintain quality without chemical treatments.
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
• Monitor for bacterial soft rot during transit; require exporter fumigation certificates if from high-risk areas
• Use barcoded trays for traceability in customs entry
• Beware of reclassification if oversized resembling round tomatoes per statistical notes