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%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
• 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