Organic Sweet Cherries from Japan
Certified organic sweet cherries grown without synthetic pesticides, meeting USDA NOP standards. HTS 0809.29.00.00 applies to fresh cherries regardless of organic status (see statistical notes).
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
• Provide organic certificate per General Statistical Note 6; residue testing mandatory
• Segregate from conventional to prevent cross-contamination claims
• Higher scrutiny on soil treatments; keep 3-year organic history