Korean Asian Pears (Pyrus pyrifolia) from Japan
Large, russet-colored Korean-grown Asian pears (Pyrus pyrifolia), harvested for April-June US market. Classified 0808.30.20.35 due to species and precise seasonal entry requirements.
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
• Korean pears require specific APHIS cold treatment protocol documentation
• Declare country of origin clearly; transshipped pears need continuous cold chain proof
• Avoid wax coating; treated fruit disqualifies from fresh classification