Fresh Perlette Grapes from Japan
Fresh Perlette grapes, early-season white seedless variety with pale green skin, entered Feb 15-Mar 31 for winter market availability. HTS 0806.10.20.25 covers these as fresh white grapes during this protected import period to balance domestic production cycles.
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
• Test for pesticide residues meeting EPA tolerances; exceedances lead to FDA detention and re-export
• Use ISF filing 24 hours prior to vessel loading, specifying seasonal HTS for accurate bond calculation
• Avoid bulk bin packing—use consumer-ready clamshell punnets to prevent bruising claims during inspection