Gourmet Whole Water Chestnuts Preserved from Japan
Premium gourmet-grade whole water chestnuts preserved in light syrup-water mix without vinegar. Meets criteria for HTS 2005.99.41.20: whole, non-Chinese water chestnuts, other vegetables preserved not by vinegar/acetic acid, not frozen.
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
• Document syrup composition (sugar < certain levels) to rule out 2008 cooked preparations
• Use advance rulings for gourmet claims if unique processing
• Segregate from Chinese water chestnuts in manifests to prevent commingling errors