Chilled Delicata Acorn Hybrid Squash from Japan
Chilled acorn-type squash blending delicata and acorn traits, featuring cream-colored skin with green stripes and sweet orange flesh. Classified under HTS 0709.93.20.85 for other fresh or chilled acorn squash varieties within Cucurbita spp. It remains suitable for immediate retail sale without processing.
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%
Import Tips
• Ensure temperature logs for chilled status to prevent shifting to frozen (0710.80); declare varietal details accurately
• Inspect for pest damage requiring fumigation, which could trigger 0711
• Use ventilated packaging to maintain freshness