Fresh Perlette Grapes from Japan
Fresh Perlette grapes are early-season white seedless grapes with thin green skin, imported fresh outside the December-May window under HTS 0806.10.60.25. Known for their mild sweetness and juicy flesh, they are a popular table grape variety. This classification applies specifically to white varieties entered at non-peak times.
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
• Confirm varietal identity via supplier certificates; Perlette's green hue distinguishes it from red types
• Maintain cold chain (32-36°F) during transit to preserve freshness and avoid reclassification as preserved
• Declare net weight excluding stems; watch for over 10% raisining which could shift to dried category