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%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Secure Japanese export certificates for traceability; maintain 4-7°C temperature logs
• Common issue: varietal misnaming leading to 0709.60 pepper classification