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0709.99.90.05/Fresh Okinawan Bitter Melon/Japan

Fresh Okinawan Bitter Melon from Japan

Okinawan bitter melon (Goya, Momordica charantia) from Japan, milder and sweeter, featured in champuru stir-fries, imported fresh or chilled. HTS 0709.99.90.05 designates it as bitter melon among other vegetables. Celebrated for longevity diet benefits.

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
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Import Tips

• Secure Japanese export certificates for traceability; maintain 4-7°C temperature logs

• Common issue: varietal misnaming leading to 0709.60 pepper classification

Fresh Okinawan Bitter Melon from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0709.99.90.05