Fresh Lingonberries from Japan
Fresh lingonberries (Vaccinium vitis-idaea), tart red berries popular in Scandinavian cuisine. These Vaccinium genus fruits are imported fresh under HTS 0810.40.00, suitable for sauces but requiring careful handling.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use refrigerated containers set to 0-2°C to preserve lingonberry integrity
• Check for country-specific restrictions on Vaccinium from high-pest regions
• Provide harvest date documentation to prove freshness status