Fresh Celery Stalks from Japan
Bunches of fresh, whole celery stalks, trimmed and chilled for freshness, imported during the peak summer season from April 15 to July 31. Classified under HTS 0709.40.40 due to being fresh or chilled celery other than celeriac, subject to seasonal entry restrictions. This code applies to protect domestic celery production during high season.
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
• Verify entry date falls strictly between April 15 and July 31 using bill of lading; obtain phytosanitary certificates from origin country
• Ensure celery is chilled but not treated for preservation to stay in fresh category
• Watch for misdeclaration as celery root (celeriac) which uses different codes