Fresh Red Raspberries from Japan
Premium red raspberries (Rubus idaeus) harvested at peak ripeness, packed in consumer-ready clamshell containers for fresh market sale. These enter the US from September 1 to June 30, falling under HTS 0810.20.10 as fresh raspberries outside the domestic summer season. They are suitable for immediate consumption without processing.
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
• Verify entry date falls between September 1 and June 30; off-season entries shift to 0810.20.90 with different duties
• Require phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests like spotted wing drosophila, common in raspberry imports
• Label with country of origin and ensure cold chain compliance to prevent spoilage claims at customs