Commercial Capers in Acetic Acid Solution from Japan
Industrial-sized containers of capers preserved in a vinegar-acetic acid solution, each holding over 3.4 kg for restaurant or processing use. Classified under HTS 2001.90.10.00 due to the bulk packaging and specific preservation method for capers. Excludes retail infant food preparations per subheading notes.
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
• Include commercial invoice specifying acetic acid preservation and exact container weights to prevent reclassification
• Ensure no added sugars or spirits exceeding limits, as higher alcohol content moves to Chapter 22