Fresh Star Ruby Grapefruit from Japan
Star Ruby is a premium deep-red grapefruit variety known for high lycopene content and intense sweetness, shipped fresh during October harvest peaks. This HTS 0805.40.60.00 applies to such fresh grapefruit imports specifically during October.
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
• Include commercial invoice specifying 'fresh grapefruit, October entry' and net weight per statistical note
• Comply with APHIS import permits for citrus from quarantine areas; avoid mixing varieties in one shipment
• Watch for quota applicability on Mexican grapefruit; declare accurately to prevent penalties