Luxardo Gourmet Cherries from Japan
Premium Italian cherries preserved in marasca syrup, drained for high-end cocktails like Manhattans. HTS 2006.00.20.00 applies to these sugar-preserved (drained) cherries. The artisanal sugar process qualifies them here.
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
• Include certificate of origin for EU preference programs
• Test alcohol content to ensure under 0.5% vol if near juice headings
• Label with premium branding but note sugar preservation facts