Flat-Leaf Garden Spinach from Japan
Flat-leaf or baby leaf spinach varieties with smooth, broad leaves preferred for cooking and salads, supplied fresh or chilled. Specifically covered under HTS 0709.70.00 as garden spinach.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Harvest timing documentation helps prove freshness at entry
• Avoid over-mature leaves that could be mistaken for alternative greens
• Comply with country of origin marking on bulk packs