Certified Organic Celery Stalks from Japan
Fresh celery stalks certified organic under USDA standards, harvested and chilled for market distribution. Classified under HTS 0709.40.60.20 as fresh or chilled celery (other than celeriac) that is certified organic. These stalks are whole, unprocessed, and suitable for immediate retail sale.
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 organic certification matches General Statistical Note 6 approved standards; provide Certificate of Analysis for pesticide residues
• Maintain cold chain (32-40°F) during transit to preserve freshness
• Declare exact organic status to avoid reclassification to non-organic celery