New

Ask Wove anything about tariffs.

Try Tariff Assistant

Certified Organic Comice Pears from Japan

Premium fresh Comice pears certified organic, imported outside the December quota window. Falls under HTS 0808.30.40.15 as fresh organic pears entered at other times, distinct from quota provisions.

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

• Use refrigerated containers to maintain freshness; temperature logs support condition at entry

• Cross-check HS description with commercial invoice to prevent misclassification

• Organic importers should enroll in USDA Import Oversight Program for streamlined entry