Rabbit Eye Blueberries from Japan
Fresh cultivated rabbit eye blueberries (Vaccinium virgatum), a heat-tolerant variety grown in southern U.S. states. Classified under HTS 0810.40.0029 as other cultivated blueberries of genus Vaccinium, distinct from highbush. Typically larger berries sold fresh in retail punnets.
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 cartons with variety name and origin to support cultivated classification
• Comply with USDA APHIS import permits for Vaccinium from quarantine areas
• Avoid bulk flats over 2 lbs if not for processing to prevent reclassification