Fresh Beauty Seedless Black Grapes from Japan
Beauty Seedless are crisp, black-skinned grapes with high sugar content, ideal for fresh market imports. Classified in HTS 0806.10.20.35 for black varieties during the February 15-March 31 window. Grown in regions like Chile for US off-season supply.
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
• Conduct brix testing for sweetness if challenged on table grape quality standards
• Clear customs with photos showing black skin to confirm variety against red alternatives
• Avoid bulk shipments mistaken for processing—retail intent keeps in fresh heading