Musselmans Canned Pear Slices Unsweetened from Japan
Musselmans unsweetened pear slices packed in water, preserved in 16 oz cans less than 1.4 kg for health-conscious consumers. Falls under HTS 2008.40.0020 for pears preserved without added sugar in small containers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Declare 'no added sugar' accurately; test for natural sugars vs added sweeteners
• Water-packed requires tighter seal integrity to prevent spoilage claims
• Shelf life documentation critical for refrigerated container bookings