Canned Water Chestnut Halves from Japan
Water chestnut halves, peeled and packed in water or light brine, prepared by cleaning, slicing, and heat processing without vinegar or acetic acid. Classified under HTS 2005.99.41 as water chestnuts (other than Chinese water chestnuts) preserved otherwise than by vinegar, not frozen.
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
• Verify botanical species to confirm not Chinese water chestnuts (Eleocharis dulcis) for correct 2005.99.41 classification
• Provide lab analysis or supplier certification showing no vinegar/acetic acid use and not frozen
• Label net weight and packing medium accurately to avoid reclassification to juice or soup products