Fresh Bamboo Shoots from Japan
Fresh bamboo shoots are young edible shoots from bamboo plants, supplied fresh or chilled for Asian cuisine. HTS 0709.99.90 captures them as other fresh or chilled vegetables.
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
• Peel outer sheaths before import to meet food safety standards
• Declare cyanide content testing if required by destination country
• Use quick-chill methods post-harvest to extend shelf life