Spicy Vinegar Nopalitos from Japan
Nopalitos preserved in spicy vinegar-acetic solution with jalapeños and garlic, ideal for Mexican cuisine. Falls under HTS 2001.90.33.00 as specifically enumerated nopalitos preserved by vinegar.
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
• List all minor additives (spices <5%) separately; they don't affect classification per chapter notes
• Opt for heat-processed jars to meet commercial sterility, reducing CBP detention risks
• Track country-specific AD/CVD orders; Mexican nopalitos may face additional scrutiny