Sulfur-Preserved Enoki Mushrooms from Japan
Enoki mushrooms (Flammulina velutipes) treated with sulfur dioxide gas for provisional preservation during export, remaining firm but unpalatable raw. Intended for further processing into ready-to-eat products. Covered by HTS 0711.59.90.00 as other mushrooms provisionally preserved.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17.7%
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
• Document SO2 treatment levels below FDA max (10-50 ppm depending on type) to pass inspection
• Use ISF filing early for perishables; delays can spoil provisional preservation claims
• Avoid retail packaging; bulk drums prevent reclassification as Chapter 20 goods