Peeled Frozen Chinese Water Chestnut Halves from Japan
Chinese water chestnuts peeled and cut into halves, then quick-frozen to maintain freshness and crunchiness for culinary applications like salads and soups. Classified under HTS 2008.99.70.00 due to being frozen Chinese water chestnuts, a preserved edible plant part.
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
• Include processing details in commercial invoice to confirm 'frozen' status and prevent misclassification as fresh
• Ensure cold chain compliance during shipping to avoid spoilage claims at entry