Fresh Rio Star Grapefruit from Japan
Rio Star Grapefruit offers the deepest red pigmentation and sweetest profile among Texas Rio Grande Valley varieties. Entered fresh under HTS 0805.40.8010 during June-November off-peak months. Packed 32-40 count per carton for supermarket distribution.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Maintain cold chain from orchard to port (4-10°C); provide color break data for ruby varieties; separate organic from conventional to match statistical notes