Gem Avocado
Fresh Gem avocados, a Hass-like hybrid with smooth skin that turns black when ripe, are imported in natural form. They are classified under tariff item 0804.40.00 as fresh avocados, as the tariff item covers all avocado varieties without further processing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the avocados are fresh and not processed; if treated for preservation, ensure compliance with chapter note 3
• Provide variety documentation to avoid misclassification
Related Products under Tariff item 0804.40.00
Bacon Avocado
Fresh Bacon avocados, characterized by their thin green skin and oval shape, are imported in their natural state for retail markets. They fall under tariff item 0804.40.00 as fresh avocados, with no processing beyond harvesting and packaging.
California Grown Dried Avocado
Dried avocados from California, produced by sun or mechanical drying without additional processing, retain the character of dried fruit. They are classified under tariff item 0804.40.00, which covers avocados fresh or dried, as long as they are not further prepared.
California Grown Organic Hass Avocado
Fresh organic Hass avocados grown in California, certified to organic standards. They are classified under tariff item 0804.40.00 as fresh avocados, which are not excluded by the chapter notes and retain their character as fresh fruit.
Certified Organic Hass Avocado
Fresh Hass avocados certified organic, featuring dark, pebbly skin and creamy green flesh. They are classified under tariff item 0804.40.00 as fresh avocados, consistent with the chapter notes that do not exclude this product.
Chilean Organic Hass Avocado
Winter-season certified organic Hass avocados from Chile's coastal valleys, with excellent flavor. They are classified under tariff item 0804.40.00 as fresh avocados, as the chapter notes do not exclude them and they are not dried or provisionally preserved.
Colombian Organic Hass-Like Avocado
Premium certified organic avocados from Colombia, recognized as Hass-like by organic standards. They are classified under tariff item 0804.40.00 as fresh avocados, since they are not excluded by chapter notes and are suitable for fresh consumption.