Fresh Yellow Freestone Peaches from Japan
Yellow-fleshed freestone peaches where the pit easily separates from the flesh, entered fresh during the specified summer-to-fall period under HTS 0809.30.20.00. This tariff line incentivizes seasonal imports of peak-harvest stone fruits. Perfect for slicing and fresh consumption.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Declare varietal details (freestone vs clingstone) accurately in entry docs to prevent disputes
• Comply with cold treatment protocols for fruit fly quarantine
• Monitor humidity in transit to prevent mold, which could trigger rejection or reclassification