0709.40.60.20/Certified Organic Whole Celery Roots/Japan

Certified Organic Whole Celery Roots from Japan

Fresh whole celery plants including roots, certified organic and chilled for organic markets. Classified in HTS 0709.40.60.20 as fresh or chilled celery other than celeriac with organic status. Used in soups or as whole produce.

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%

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Import Tips

• Ensure roots are soil-free per import regulations; provide field history for organic verification

• Ship in moisture-retentive packaging at 32°F

• Common pitfall: confusing with celeriac (0706.10)