Crystallized Ginger Slices from Japan
Ginger root slices cooked in sugar syrup until saturated and then crystallized by rolling in sugar, drained for storage. Falls under HTS 2006.00.90.00 as other vegetables/fruit preserved by sugar in crystallized form. Popular as a chewy confection or baking ingredient.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Document sugar penetration process to distinguish from dried ginger; include certificates of analysis for sugar content
• Comply with FDA prior notice for food imports
• Avoid bulk shipments exceeding retail packaging to prevent reclassification