Honeycrisp Apples from Japan
Honeycrisp apples feature explosive crispness, balanced sweet-tart flavor, and red-blushed skin. Under HTS 0808.10.00 as premium fresh apples for direct consumer markets. High demand requires premium packaging and rapid distribution.
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
• Secure irradiation treatment approval for high-risk origins to eliminate quarantine pests
• Use RFID tracking for high-value shipments to monitor temperature deviations
• Budget for higher freight costs due to controlled atmosphere containers preserving crispness