Fresh Chinese Lychee from Japan
Fresh lychees (Litchi chinensis) harvested from China, featuring red bumpy skin, translucent white flesh, and a sweet floral flavor. Classified under HTS 0810.90.4650 as fresh 'other fruit' excluding specified categories like citrus or berries. These are perishable fruits imported in bulk for retail distribution.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
2.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify phytosanitary certificates from exporting country to meet USDA APHIS requirements for fruit flies and quarantine pests
• Maintain cold chain (32-41°F) during transit to prevent spoilage; declare exact weight and origin accurately
• Avoid misclassification as preserved fruit; ensure fruits remain fresh and suitable only for immediate consumption