Dried Whole Tamarinds from Japan
Whole tamarind pods that have been dried to preserve them, featuring their characteristic brown pod exterior with sticky pulp inside containing seeds. Classified under HTS 0813.40.80.00 as dried tamarinds, other than those in headings 0801-0806, in their natural pod form without further processing.
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
• Verify moisture content below 15% to confirm 'dried' status and avoid reclassification as fresh fruit under Chapter 08
• Require phytosanitary certificates proving fumigation treatment to meet USDA import requirements for dried fruits
• Label packages with country of origin and 'dried tamarinds' to comply with FDA food labeling standards