Frozen Taro Leaves from Japan
Frozen taro leaves blanched to remove calcium oxalate, then frozen without vinegar. HTS 2004.90.85 covers these tropical prepared greens. Used wrapped around fish in Pacific cooking.
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
• Oxalate neutralization blanching certification mandatory
• Warning labels for raw consumption toxicity
• Tropical foliage import restrictions apply