Canned Red Tart Cherries from Japan
Whole red tart cherries canned in water or light syrup for baking. Standard preserved cherries under HTS 2008.60.00 for retail and foodservice.
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
• Comply with seasonal quotas; over-quota rates significantly higher
• Metal can testing for BPA liners per FDA food contact rules
• Avoid declaring as 'pie cherries' to prevent jam/jelly scrutiny