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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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