0712.90.85.30/Freeze-Dried Leek Pieces/Japan

Freeze-Dried Leek Pieces from Japan

Freeze-dried leek pieces are leeks frozen then sublimated to remove moisture, resulting in lightweight broken pieces for backpacking meals. Classified in HTS 0712.90.85.30 as dried (by freeze-drying) leeks that are broken, without further preparation. Freeze-drying is a drying method preserving structure for rehydration.

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%

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Import Tips

• Confirm freeze-drying doesn't add preservatives to stay in 0712; provide processing flowcharts for customs review; note higher value per weight may trigger valuation scrutiny