Whole Dried Snow Fungus (Tremella Aurantialba) from Japan
Whole dried Tremella aurantialba, a jelly fungus variety prized for its gelatinous texture when rehydrated, is imported as a dried vegetable for culinary use. Classified under HTS 0712.33.00.00 for dried, whole jelly fungi (Tremella spp.) not further prepared.
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
• Conduct moisture analysis to confirm drying process only; levels above 13% may trigger reclassification
• Include supplier affidavits specifying no chemical treatments beyond drying to comply with chapter exclusions
• Package in moisture-proof bags to prevent mold during transit, a frequent FDA rejection reason