Ginger in Sweetened Brine Pouch from Japan
Ginger chunks in flexible pouches with sweetened brine, for convenient retail. Classified under HTS 2008.99.63.00 for sweet ginger preserved with added sweetening matter.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Pouch material must meet FDA indirect food additive rules
• Shelf-life documentation counters high-water activity spoilage risks
• Avoid 'dietetic' labeling unless meeting specific homogenized criteria