Rainier Cherries from Japan
Blush-yellow sweet cherries with red blush, Rainier variety, offering mild flavor and premium appearance for fresh market sales. Classified as other fresh cherries under HTS 0809.29.00.00.
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
• Secure import permits for stone fruits; ensure cherries are stem-on if specified
• Monitor for brown rot during inspection; use IPAFF approval for EU origins
• Document harvest date to prove freshness; avoid bulk bins prone to bruising