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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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