Fresh Prune Plums from Japan
Fresh prune plums (Prunus domestica subsp. domestica), small elongated purple plums ideal for drying, entered January-May from Peru or Chile. These remain fresh and suitable for immediate consumption, falling under HTS 0809.40.20.00 for winter-season imports.
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
• Label as 'prune plums' distinctly from dessert plums to avoid reclassification during customs exam
• Ensure compliance with FDA import alerts for stone fruit pests; include fumigation certificates
• Monitor quota allocations if applicable during high-volume winter import periods