Smoked Cassava Pieces from Japan
Cassava pieces lightly smoked and preserved, vacuum-packed. Classified HTS 2008.99.65.00 as processed cassava. Adds unique flavor profile.
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
• Provide smoke process details; ensure no added wood chemicals
• Vacuum packaging requires oxygen barrier testing
• Avoid meat-like labeling to prevent Chapter 16 confusion