Verna Lemons from Japan
Verna lemons are a Spanish variety (Citrus limon) known for late-season harvest and seedlessness. Fresh imports fall under HTS 0805.50.2050 as other lemons. Valued for their storage qualities during transatlantic shipping.
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
• Time imports to avoid overlapping with US domestic lemon seasons to minimize dumping claims
• Use IPAFF-approved treatments for Mediterranean fruit fly prevention
• Segregate by maturity stage to ensure all fruit meets fresh import standards