Fresh Whortleberries from Japan
Fresh whortleberries (Vaccinium uliginosum), bog blueberries from Arctic regions valued for antioxidants. HTS 0810.40.00 encompasses all fresh genus Vaccinium fruits, including these cold-climate varieties.
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
• Maintain sub-zero transit temps for Arctic berries to preserve quality
• Rare import; pre-clear with APHIS for non-traditional Vaccinium
• Provide botanical verification to confirm genus classification