Medjool Dates Retail Pack from Japan
Premium whole Medjool dates, pitted or unpitted, packed in 1 kg retail boxes for consumer purchase. These large, soft dates are harvested fresh and dried naturally, classified under HTS 0804.10.20 due to unit weight not exceeding 4.6 kg including packaging.
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
• Verify unit weight including immediate container does not exceed 4.6 kg to avoid reclassification to higher weight categories
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming treatment for pests, as dates are subject to USDA APHIS inspections
• Label packages with country of origin, date variety, and 'whole dates' to prevent misclassification as processed fruit