Sulfur Water Preserved Strawberries from Japan
Strawberries immersed in sulfur water for temporary preservation prior to industrial use. This treatment ensures they stay fresh during long-distance transport but renders them inedible without washing, per HTS 0812.90.5000.
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
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming treatment method and safety
• Check country-specific residue tolerances for sulfur compounds
• Store in cool conditions post-import to maintain provisional state