Organic Fresh Acorn Squash from Japan
Certified organic acorn squash grown without synthetic pesticides, harvested fresh with vibrant green-to-orange skin. HTS 0709.93.20.85 covers this as other fresh or chilled squash, with statistical notes referencing organic standards in General Note 6. Ideal for retail markets emphasizing clean-label produce.
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
• Include organic certification per General Statistical Note 6; segregate from conventional to avoid contamination claims
• Test for residue levels at entry
• Document soil and harvest practices for audits