Dried Carob Pods from Japan
Whole or coarsely broken dried pods from the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua), used primarily for human consumption as a natural sweetener or in baking. Classified under HTS 1212.92.00.00 as locust beans (carob) in their dried form, not ground, fitting the category of vegetable products used for human consumption.
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
• Verify botanical origin as Ceratonia siliqua via supplier certificates to confirm classification as locust beans
• Ensure product is for human consumption; animal feed grades may shift to Chapter 23
• Check for moisture content and contaminants to meet FDA food safety import standards