Brined Pimenta Berries from Japan
Fresh pimenta (allspice-like) berries preserved in brine pouches. Classed in 2005.99.55.90 as other Pimenta genus preps not vinegar/frozen. Rare gourmet item.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Botanical certification distinguishing from 0904 dried
• Sterilization records for shelf-stable claims
• Small volume imports; consolidate shipments