Fresh Damson Plums from Japan
Fresh Damson plums, small tangy blue-black plums used for cooking and preserves, imported January-May from New Zealand. Classified as fresh plums under HTS 0809.40.20.00 for winter season market supply.
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 'small size' specification in invoices if under 50g each to distinguish from standard plums
• Comply with cold treatment protocols (methyl bromide or irradiation) per country of origin
• Prevent moisture damage claims by specifying ventilated packaging in contracts