Fresh Black Chanterelle Mushrooms from Japan
Black chanterelles (Craterellus cornucopioides, classified under Cantharellus) have a funnel shape and earthy flavor, imported fresh or chilled. HTS 0709.53.00.00 covers all fresh mushrooms of this genus.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use refrigerated shipping containers to preserve freshness; temperature logs help avoid duty disputes
• Label as 'fresh mushrooms of the genus Cantharellus' per HTS description for smooth customs processing
• Avoid common pitfalls like exceeding 7-day shelf life post-harvest, which may trigger reclassification