Fresh Red Cotton Candy Grapes from Japan
Cotton Candy grapes are hybrid red table grapes with candy-like sweetness, classified under HTS 0806.10.40.15 when entered fresh April-June. Their unique flavor profile makes them a specialty retail item.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide breeding/variety certificates for patented grape types to support specific classification
• Temperature log every 24 hours during transit to prove fresh condition (no freezing incidents)
• Avoid stem trimming before import; excessively processed grapes may classify as prepared fruits