0805.21.00.10/California Honey Tangerines/Japan

California Honey Tangerines from Japan

Fresh honey tangerines, a sweet and juicy variety grown primarily in California, are classified under HTS 0805.21.00.10 as tangerines within the mandarin category. These small, easy-to-peel citrus fruits are harvested fresh and sold for immediate consumption without drying or processing.

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

• Verify phytosanitary certificates from exporting countries to meet USDA APHIS requirements for fresh citrus

• Ensure fruits are free from pests like Mediterranean fruit fly; declare variety accurately to avoid reclassification

• Use refrigerated containers to maintain freshness and comply with cold treatment protocols during transit