Foster Pink Grapefruit from Japan
Foster Pink Grapefruit provides mild sweetness with light pink blush, entered fresh via HTS 0805.40.4010 during the August-September period. Captures early-season imports for East Coast markets. Must be tree-ripened and free of processing indicators.
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
• Use ventilated containers to prevent condensation and rot during transit
• Cross-check varietal certificates against packing lists for audit protection
• Seasonal timing critical—late July shipments risk reclassification