Fresh Summer Black Truffles from Japan
Fresh summer black truffles (Tuber aestivum), milder variety available June-August from Europe. Precisely matches HTS 0709.56.00.00 as chilled Tuber spp. truffles, not qualifying as mushrooms due to genus distinction. Popular for grating over pasta.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare weight accurately; truffles sold by gram, small errors amplify duties
• Pair with EU origin certs for preferential tariff treatments under trade agreements
• Monitor for mold; contaminated lots face destruction under perishables rules