Dried Bergamot Fruits
Dried bergamot fruits are bitter citrus fruits primarily grown for their aromatic peel, which is used in Earl Grey tea and perfumes. They fall under this tariff item as dried 'other' citrus fruit, provided they retain the character of dried fruit and are not further processed beyond the treatments allowed in Chapter Note 3.
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 |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the bergamots are classified as a type of citron rather than 'other' citrus
Citrons are specifically enumerated under a separate heading, so if the product is considered a citron variety, it may fall under 0805.40.00 instead.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the bergamots are dried and not further processed (e.g
• candied or preserved) to qualify under this item
• Declare the correct weight including packaging as per Supplementary Note 1
• Have documentation showing the fruits are not inedible, as Chapter Note 1 excludes inedible nuts or fruits
Related Products under Tariff item 0805.90.00
Dried Citron Whole Fruits
Dried citron whole fruits are large, bumpy citrons dried intact for candying, religious uses, or potpourri. They are classified under this tariff item as dried 'other' citrus fruit, provided they retain the character of dried fruit and are not further processed beyond the treatments allowed in Chapter Note 3.
Dried Kumquat Slices
Dried kumquat slices are whole or sliced kumquats dehydrated for snacks or baking, retaining citrus character. They fall under this tariff item as dried 'other' citrus fruit, provided they are not further preserved or processed beyond the treatments allowed in Chapter Note 3.
Dried Meiwa Kumquats
Dried Meiwa kumquats are a sweet-fleshed kumquat variety (Fortunella crassifolia) dried for trail mix or tea. They are classified under this tariff item as dried 'other' citrus fruit, provided they retain the character of dried fruit and are not further processed beyond the treatments allowed in Chapter Note 3.
Fresh Australian Finger Limes
Fresh Australian finger limes are caviar-like citrus vesicles bursting with flavor, native to Australia. They fall under this tariff item as fresh 'other' citrus fruit, given their unique finger shape and Citrus australasica species, which is not specifically enumerated elsewhere in the heading.
Fresh Buddha's Hand Citron
Fresh Buddha's hand citron is an unusual citron variety with finger-like lobes, valued for fragrant zest in cooking and aromatics. It is classified under this tariff item as fresh 'other' citrus fruit, separate from lemons (0805.40) and other specifically enumerated citrus.
Fresh Calamondin Oranges
Fresh calamondin oranges are tiny hybrid citrus (kumquat-mandarin cross) used for juice, marmalade, and garnishes. They fall under this tariff item as fresh 'other' citrus fruit, not specifically enumerated like oranges or grapefruit.