Organic Potato Granules from Japan
Granules produced from organically grown potatoes, dehydrated to preserve natural flavor for use in cooking or as a thickener. These qualify for HTS 2005.20.00.40 as preserved potato granules not prepared by vinegar, freezing, or acetic acid.
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
• Obtain organic certification documents from recognized bodies (e.g
• USDA equivalent) to support duty-free claims if applicable
• Test for organic contaminants; non-compliance can lead to reclassification or penalties
• Document chain of custody from farm to processing to prove no prohibited treatments were used