Fresh Farkleberries from Japan
Fresh farkleberries (Vaccinium arboreum), evergreen shrub berries from the southeastern US, imported fresh for niche culinary uses. HTS 0810.40.0040 covers these as other genus Vaccinium fruits, fresh. Known for their dry, mealy texture when fresh.
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
• Document wild-harvested status with permits; inspect for maturity to avoid rejection as unripe; use ventilated packaging to prevent spoilage claims