Sulfured Halves Dried Apricots from Japan
Dried apricot halves treated with sulfur dioxide as a preservative, falling under HTS 2008.50.4000 as other apricot preparations. This process maintains bright color and extends shelf life without added sweeteners.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
29.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Disclose sulfite levels on labels to comply with FDA food safety rules; test for SO2 content
• Use proper packaging to prevent moisture reabsorption
• Watch for reclassification if sugar exceeds trace amounts