Fresh Golden Bantam Sweet Corn from Japan
Classic yellow sweet corn variety 'Golden Bantam' picked at milk stage, fresh or chilled. Falls under HTS 0709.99.4500 as other fresh or chilled sweet corn, valued for its creamy texture and sweetness when eaten fresh off the cob.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
21.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Obtain import permits from USDA for fresh corn to prevent pest introduction; inspect for corn earworm
• Use refrigerated containers at 0-4°C to preserve freshness and comply with 'chilled' criteria
• Document varietal purity to avoid disputes with field corn classifications under different chapters