Seckel Pears from Japan
Tiny, premium fresh Seckel pears known as 'sugar pears' for their intense sweetness and crunch. Classified under HTS 0808.30.20.45 as other fresh pears entered April 1 to June 30.
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
• Handle gently due to small size; use protective packaging inserts
• Provide varietal certification for specialty status
• Ensure cold chain from harvest to avoid chilling injury