Bulk Dried Papaya for Processing from Japan
Industrial-grade bulk dried papaya chunks destined for food processing into purees or powders. Classified under HTS 0813.40.10.00 as dried papayas, not for retail sale.
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
• Consider FTZ or bonded warehouse entry for further processing to defer duties
• Ship in 20kg moisture-proof bags to prevent quality degradation
• Include end-use statement for processing to qualify for lower industrial rates if applicable