Fresh Bloomsdale Spinach from Japan
Fresh Bloomsdale spinach, a heirloom garden variety with dark green, crinkled leaves, is classified under HTS 0709.70.00.50 for fresh or chilled import. Prized for its flavor in cooking and salads.
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 containers; temperature logs help prove 'chilled' status for duty
• Organic claims require USDA NOP certification per General Statistical Note 6
• Watch for boll weevil risks in certain origins; additional fumigation may be needed