Whole Peeled Bananas in Juice from Japan
Whole bananas peeled and preserved in their own juice or clarified fruit juice, packed in pouches or tins. This qualifies under HTS 2008.99.1500 for other banana preparations not specified elsewhere, like purees or infant foods. Popular for low-sugar diets.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use ISF filing 24 hours prior for refrigerated container shipments of juice-packed fruits
• Document juice type (e.g
• banana/pineapple blend) to avoid 'mixtures' scrutiny under 2008.19
• Test for microbial contamination as tropical fruits are high-risk for FDA detention