Organic Sliced Water Chestnuts from Japan
Certified organic water chestnuts sliced and canned in spring water, free from pesticides and artificial preservatives. Under HTS 2005.99.41.10 for sliced water chestnuts prepared otherwise than by vinegar, not frozen. Ideal for health-conscious consumers in salads and Asian dishes.
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
• Include USDA Organic or equivalent certification in import docs to expedite FDA clearance
• Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg to prevent bulk food classification shifts
• Test for heavy metals common in root vegetables to comply with food safety standards