Del Monte Peach Pear Medley in Juice from Japan
Del Monte's canned fruit medley featuring peaches and pears in natural fruit juice, sealed in airtight tins under 1.4 kg. Classified in 2008.97.90.30 due to the peach/pear content, liquid packing medium, and small container size for retail. Meets criteria for preserved fruit mixtures not fitting other specific headings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Include commercial invoice specifying exact fruit composition percentages to confirm peach/pear inclusion
• Check for any added preservatives that might trigger food safety documentation like FDA prior notice
• Avoid misdeclaration of container size which could lead to higher duties