Dried Bing Cherries from Japan
Dried Bing cherries are a premium variety of sweet cherries air-dried to retain their dark red color and firm texture. HTS 0813.40.30 covers these as dried cherries, excluding fresh forms and mixtures, making them ideal for snacking or culinary use.
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
• Use detailed commercial invoices listing variety, drying method, and net weight to prevent undervaluation disputes
• Obtain organic certification if claimed, per General Statistical Note 6 for statistical reporting
• Watch for contamination risks; provide fumigation certificates if required by APHIS