Montmorency Tart Cherries in Light Syrup from Japan
Pitted Montmorency tart cherries preserved in light sugar syrup, commonly used for baking pies and desserts. Classified under HTS 2008.60.00.60 as tart varieties of cherries that are otherwise prepared or preserved, not elsewhere specified. The tart nature distinguishes them from sweet cherry varieties.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify cherry variety is explicitly tart (e.g
• Montmorency) via supplier certificates to avoid reclassification to sweet cherries
• Include documentation of Brix value and sugar content for customs valuation; common pitfall is under-declaring syrup concentration
• Ensure compliance with FDA food safety standards for preserved fruits, including proper labeling of net weight and ingredients