Fresh Satsuma Mandarins from Japan
Satsuma mandarins are a seedless variety of mandarin oranges known for their loose, easy-to-peel skin and sweet, mild flavor. These fresh fruits fall under HTS 0805.29.00.00 as 'other' mandarins (including tangerines and satsumas) that are not clementines, wilkings, or similar hybrids. They are typically harvested in late fall and early winter.
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 phytosanitary certificates from exporting countries to meet USDA APHIS requirements for citrus imports
• Ensure fruits are free from pests like citrus greening; declare country of origin accurately to avoid misclassification
• Check seasonal quotas and use cold treatment protocols during transit to prevent fruit fly infestations