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
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
• 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