Frozen Strawberries in Sugar Syrup 10% from Japan
Frozen strawberries packed in immediate containers holding more than 1.2 liters, with cane or beet sugar added at 10% by weight. These are uncooked or steamed/boiled strawberries suitable for this HTS code due to container size and sugar content not exceeding 25%. Ideal for bakery fillings or desserts.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify sugar content via lab analysis to confirm ≤25% by weight; exceeds threshold shifts to 0811.10.00.60
• Label containers clearly with net weight, sugar percentage, and 'frozen strawberries' for CBP inspection
• Ensure immediate containers exceed 1.2L capacity; smaller packs classify under 0811.10.00.20 or 0811.10.00.40