2008.99.18.90/IQF Preserved Blueberries in Syrup/Japan

IQF Preserved Blueberries in Syrup from Japan

Individually quick frozen blueberries then preserved in syrup pouches for retail. Classified HTS 2008.99.18.90 as other blueberries preserved, not truly frozen at import. Syrup preservation moves it from frozen Chapter 7.

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%

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Import Tips

• Document processing sequence (IQF then syrup packed) to justify preserved status over frozen

• Temperature logs during transit prevent reclassification if arrives frozen solid

• Retail pouch net weight under 5kg helps maintain consumer packaging duty treatment