Turkish Calimyrna Dried Figs from Japan
Large, light-colored dried Calimyrna figs from Turkey, stem-on, packed in bulk boxes for wholesale. Classified under HTS 2008.99.28.00 as preserved figs not mixed or citrus-based, prepared by sun-drying. Meets Chapter 20 notes for fruit otherwise prepared or preserved.
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
• Obtain phytosanitary certificate confirming fumigation treatment for quarantine pests common in figs
• Declare country of origin clearly as Turkey qualifies for GSP duty-free entry if compliant
• Test for aflatoxin levels as figs are prone to mold contamination during storage