Sweetheart Cherries
Sweetheart cherries are heart-shaped, large bright red sweet cherries with a long stem, typically late-season. They are not sour cherries and are sold fresh, so they fall under tariff item 0809.29.90 as 'Other' fresh cherries.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the Sweetheart cherries are imported for processing.
Sweet cherries for processing are classified under a different tariff item.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the cherries are fresh and not treated with preservatives beyond allowed limits
• Ensure proper labeling of the variety for CBSA inspection
• Check if the import period falls under any temporary tariff item orders
Related Products under Tariff item 0809.29.90
Bing Cherries
Bing cherries are a variety of sweet cherries (Prunus avium), characterized by their large size, dark red color, and firm texture. They are sold fresh for direct consumption, which places them under tariff item 0809.29.90 as 'Other' fresh cherries, since they are neither sour cherries nor designated for processing.
Chelan Cherries
Chelan cherries are an early-season variety of sweet cherries, known for their mahogany color and early ripening. They are sold fresh and are not sour cherries, so they fall under tariff item 0809.29.90 as 'Other' fresh cherries.
Dark Sweet Cherry Bulk Pack
This bulk pack contains mixed dark sweet cherries intended for wholesale fresh market distribution. As fresh sweet cherries that are not sour or specifically for processing, they are classified under tariff item 0809.29.90 as 'Other' fresh cherries.
Kordia Cherries
Kordia cherries are a very dark, almost black sweet cherry variety from New Zealand, valued for their intense flavor. They are sold fresh and are not sour cherries, so they fall under tariff item 0809.29.90 as 'Other' fresh cherries.
Lapins Cherries
Lapins cherries are firm, dark red sweet cherries that are crack-resistant, making them suitable for fresh export. They are not sour cherries and are sold fresh, so they are classified under tariff item 0809.29.90 as 'Other' fresh cherries.
Organic Sweet Cherries
Organic sweet cherries are grown without synthetic pesticides and are sold fresh. They are not sour cherries, and organic status does not affect classification, so they fall under tariff item 0809.29.90 as 'Other' fresh cherries.