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%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
• Provide lab analysis showing brine concentration and unsuitability for eating
• Ensure transport containers maintain preservation conditions
• Avoid retail packaging that suggests immediate consumption