Persian Limes from Japan
Persian limes, also known as Tahiti limes (Citrus latifolia), are the most common commercial lime variety with seedless fruit and mild flavor. Classified under HTS 0805.50.30 for their Citrus latifolia taxonomy, they are imported fresh in bulk for juicing and slicing in restaurants and grocery stores.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain cold treatment certificates if required from origin countries like Mexico to meet USDA pest risk standards; label cartons with variety, origin, and pack date for traceability; watch for common misclassification as generic limes leading to incorrect duties