Fresh Cold-Stored Fuji Apples from Japan
Fuji apples maintained in controlled atmosphere cold storage for extended freshness beyond natural season. Still HTS 0808.10.00 as fresh apples, not processed or preserved beyond temperature control. Enables counter-seasonal imports.
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 storage conditions proving apples remain fresh, not preserved
• Controlled atmosphere parameters logged for customs verification
• Refrigerated container pre-cooling essential for quality maintenance