Sweet Corn in Glass Jars from Japan
Sweet corn kernels preserved in glass jars with brine, suitable for retail sale, processed without freezing or vinegar. This fits HTS 2005.80.00.00 as other prepared or preserved sweet corn.
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
• Use child-resistant packaging if for retail to comply with CPSIA; declare glass content accurately
• Provide lab analysis confirming Brix value if sweetened, per Chapter 20 notes
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring as tomato-based to evade duties