Sweet Ginger in Syrup from Japan
Chunks of ginger preserved in a heavy sugar syrup, commonly used as a dessert topping or baking ingredient. This product falls under HTS 2008.99.63.00 as sweet ginger, which is fruit/nuts otherwise prepared or preserved with added sugar, not elsewhere specified.
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%
Import Tips
• Verify sugar content and ensure labeling complies with FDA food import regulations for preserved fruits
• Provide certificate of origin and lab analysis confirming it's sweet ginger without added spirit
• Avoid misclassification as fresh ginger (0709) by documenting preservation process