Fresh Cardoons from Japan
Fresh cardoons are celery-like stalks from thistle plants, imported chilled for Mediterranean dishes. HTS 0709.99.90.85 covers them as unspecified fresh or chilled vegetables. Fibrous and need parboiling.
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
Import Tips
• Provide varietal info as they resemble artichokes; use cold chain logistics at 0°C; declare as fresh to distinguish from preserved