5kg Drum Capers in Vinegar Brine from Japan
Capers preserved in vinegar brine, packed in 5 kg plastic drums for commercial food service. HTS 2001.90.10.00 covers these bulk containers over 3.4 kg of vinegar-preserved capers, excluding fruit juices or cooked preps per chapter notes. Suitable for large-scale culinary applications.
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
• Specify drum material and seal type; ensure tamper-evident for food safety compliance
• Batch testing for acetic acid levels prevents disputes over preservation method