Bell Pepper Juice in Sealed Jars from Japan
Red bell pepper juice, pure unfermented extract in airtight jars. Classified as other single vegetable under 2009.89.80.31 airtight container subheading.
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
• Color additives scrutiny; prove natural pigmentation
• pH testing confirms unfermented status
• Retail packing prevents bulk reclassification