Barhi Dates with Pits from Japan
Fresh or semi-fresh Barhi dates, often eaten at khalal stage, supplied whole with pits intact. HTS 0804.10.40.00 covers these as whole dates with pits, emphasizing their natural state. These soft, amber-colored dates offer a honey-like taste.
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
• Obtain cold treatment certification for Barhi dates to satisfy fruit fly quarantine from origin countries
• Label packages with country of origin and 'with pits' clearly to prevent sorting errors at entry
• Time imports for off-season demand; excess moisture can trigger rejections for mold