Fresh Black Seedless Grapes from Japan
Fresh black seedless grapes like Autumn Royal variety, imported outside peak table grape season. Falls under HTS 0806.10.60.45 as 'other' fresh grapes entered anytime except specified peak periods for certain varieties.
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
• Document harvest and entry dates; CBP may scrutinize for peak-season evasion
• Ensure cold chain maintenance with temperature logs to prove freshness upon arrival
• Avoid commingling with dried grapes in shipments to prevent reclassification