Glazed Chestnuts in Sherry Vinegar from Japan
Lightly glazed chestnuts preserved primarily in sherry vinegar for upscale retail. HTS 2001.90.42.00 due to vinegar preservation of non-water chestnuts.
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
• Disclose any glazing agents; minor seasonings allowed but vinegar must predominate
• Comply with country-of-origin marking for 'Product of [Country]'
• Monitor Brix if sugary; high values risk sugar subheading per 2009 note analogy