Fresh Rosa Bianca Eggplant from Japan
Rosa Bianca eggplants have pear-shaped, pale lavender-white skin with creamy flesh. They qualify under HTS 0709.30.40 for fresh or chilled 'other' varieties.
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
• Ensure cold chain from farm to port with monitoring devices
• Use ISF filing 24 hours prior for ocean shipments
• Avoid over-maturity declarations to prevent waste assessments