Canned Tomatoes with Basil from Japan
Whole or diced tomatoes canned with fresh basil leaves, preserved sans vinegar. Fits HTS 2002.90.80.50 as other flavored preserved tomatoes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Quantify basil as minor ingredient (<5%) to keep tomatoes as principal
• Comply with USDA import permits if fresh herbs involved
• Avoid 'sauce' terminology on labels to prevent 2002.90.30 shift