Fresh Chives from Japan
Fresh chives are slender green herbs harvested fresh or chilled, commonly used as a garnish in culinary dishes. They fall under HTS 0709.99.90.85 as other fresh or chilled vegetables not specified elsewhere in heading 0707-0709. This classification applies to their fresh state, unsuitable for immediate consumption without preparation.
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
• Verify freshness upon arrival to avoid reclassification as preserved under Chapter 07; provide phytosanitary certificates from origin country; label clearly as fresh to prevent mixing with dried herbs