Maitake Mushrooms Preserved from Japan
Grifola frondosa (maitake) mushrooms preserved in brine or water. Health food mushroom under HTS 2003.90.80.90 for non-vinegar preservation. Known as 'hen of the woods'.
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
• Medicinal claims require FDA structure/function labeling
• Beta-glucan content testing for marketing claims
• Organic certification highly valued in this category