Fresh Ever-Bearing Strawberries from Japan
Ever-bearing strawberry variety producing fruit continuously through growing season, imported fresh outside December-May window. Classified under HTS 0810.10.4080 as non-seasonal, non-processing fresh strawberries suitable for immediate retail 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
• Ensure berries maintain fresh condition (not overripe) to avoid frozen or processed reclassification
• Include commercial invoice specifying variety and entry date to confirm 'other' category eligibility
• Check cold chain documentation to prove maintained fresh state during transport