Japanese Nijisseiki Pears

Premium Japanese '20th Century' Nijisseiki Asian pears (Pyrus pyrifolia), crisp and aromatic, for spring import. HTS 0808.30.20.35 seasonal classification for fresh Pyrus pyrifolia.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0808Same rate: 35%

If declared as cherries

Visual similarity when immature leads to occasional Chapter 08 group misclassification.

0810.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If Smaller cultivars may be misidentified with berry imports.

0809.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If apricot shipment mix

Color similarity in mixed pallets causes heading level classification disputes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Japanese exporters must provide JAS organic certification if marketed as such

Entry must show harvest within 30 days prior to avoid 'storage' reclassification

Individual wrapping in Japan common; ensure not counted as 'processing'