Fresh Spanish Clementine-Mandarin Hybrids from Japan
Spanish hybrids like Clemenules are mandarin-clementine crosses with superior peelability and flavor. HTS 0805.29.00.00 captures them as 'other' mandarins when not purely clementine. Europe's leading winter export.
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
• EU GlobalGAP certification often required; verify chain of custody documents
• Diameter sorting mandatory (min 30mm); undersized fruit faces rejection
• Refrigerated containers at 5-8°C; avoid ethylene exposure from other fruits