Vinegar Packed Gherkins from Japan
Whole gherkins in pure white vinegar with pickling spices, no sugar added. Purest form under HTS 2001.10.00.00 for cucumbers preserved exclusively by acetic acid. Minimal additives emphasize vinegar preservation.
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
• Highlight 5%+ acetic acid in specs
• Eco-friendly glass mandatory in some markets
• Batch-test for consistent acidity