Fresh Black Splendor Plums from Japan
Black Splendor plums are large, dark purple stone fruits with sweet, juicy flesh, harvested during the summer season outside the December-May entry period. They fall under HTS 0809.40.4040 as fresh plums entered at any other time, typically June through November. These plums are sold for fresh consumption in grocery stores.
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
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting country confirming fruits are free from pests like plum curculio and Mediterranean fruit fly
• Declare entry timing accurately; misclassification as 'entered during Dec-May' (0809.40.4020) can lead to penalties
• Refrigerate during transit at 0-1°C to maintain freshness; inspect for bruises to avoid rejection