Thompson Seedless Raisins from Japan
Dried grapes made from Thompson Seedless variety, which are naturally seedless and sun-dried to produce sweet, plump raisins. Classified under HTS 0806.20.10.90 as raisins made from seedless grapes, excluding the specific statistical categories for golden, bleached, or sulfured types. These are a staple in baking and snacking.
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
• Verify moisture content below 18% to qualify as dried raisins; provide certificates of origin from major producers like California or Turkey
• Ensure no added preservatives to avoid reclassification under preserved fruits in Chapter 08 heading 0812