Brine-Preserved Bing Cherries from Japan
Bing cherries preserved in brine solution to prevent spoilage during storage and transport. This provisional treatment makes them unsuitable for direct consumption, aligning with HTS 0812.10 for cherries under Chapter 8 preservation rules. Intended for industrial use in jams or pies.
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
• Provide lab analysis showing brine concentration and unsuitability for eating
• Ensure transport containers maintain preservation conditions
• Avoid retail packaging that suggests immediate consumption