Whole Japanese Chestnuts in Acetic Brine from Japan
Whole Japanese (Castanea crenata) chestnuts preserved in acetic acid brine for sushi accompaniments. Fits HTS 2001.90.42.00 for vinegar/acetic acid-preserved chestnuts, excluding 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
• Provide Japanese export health certificates confirming no pests, critical for nut imports
• Label net weight and acid content accurately to match HTS description
• Avoid bulk packaging over retail sizes if claiming specific preserved status