Fresh Cardoon Stalks from Japan

Fresh cardoon stalks are thick, fibrous celery-like vegetable stalks from the artichoke family, fresh or chilled. HTS 0709.99.90 applies as other unspecified fresh vegetables.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

30%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Blanch stalks pre-harvest as common practice, but declare processing level

Recommend string removal tools for importers to prepare for consumption

Limit import volumes if niche market to manage perishability