Fresh Black Plums from Japan
Fresh black plums (Prunus domestica) imported during the January to May period, typically harvested from Southern Hemisphere countries like Chile or South Africa. These plums are firm, juicy stone fruits with dark purple skin, classified under HTS 0809.40.20.00 due to the seasonal entry restriction for off-season imports.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify entry date falls between January 1-May 31 to qualify for this tariff line; summer imports shift to 0809.40.40.00
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming pest-free status and cold treatment if required by APHIS regulations
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as cherries (0809.29) which have different seasonal rates