Sulfur Dioxide Treated Red Onions from Japan
Red onions treated with sulfur dioxide gas to ensure provisional preservation during transport, unsuitable for direct consumption. Classified under HTS 0711.90.50.00 for onions meeting Chapter 71 provisional preservation criteria. Intended for industrial peeling and processing into soups or sauces.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include certificates showing sulfur levels comply with food safety standards like FDA limits
• Label shipments clearly as 'not for retail sale' to prevent misclassification as consumer-ready
• Monitor residue testing as high sulfur content could trigger reclassification or rejection