Honeycrisp Processing Apples from Japan
Lower-grade Honeycrisp apples valued not over 22¢ per kg for industrial use. Classified under HTS 0808.10.00.30 as fresh apples meeting the low valuation criterion.
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
• Pre-clear with CBP on valuation methodology for varietal-specific pricing
• Ensure methyl bromide treatment if required by origin country's protocols
• Batch test for residue levels to meet maximum residue limits (MRLs)