Dried Serviceberries
Dried serviceberries, also known as juneberries, are a native fruit dehydrated for use as a snack or in baking. They fall under tariff item 0813.40.00 as 'other fruit' because they are not specifically named elsewhere in Chapter 08 and are not inedible.
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 serviceberries are frozen rather than dried
Frozen fruits are classified under heading 08.11, not under dried fruit heading 08.13.
If the serviceberries are only provisionally preserved (e.g., in brine or sulphur water)
Heading 08.12 covers fruits treated solely for temporary preservation during transport.
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
• Ensure the serviceberries are fully dried (not merely provisionally preserved) to avoid reclassification under heading 08.12
• Declare the product as 'dried serviceberries' on the customs invoice to match the tariff description
• If importing from a country with a free trade agreement, provide a valid certificate of origin to claim preferential duty
Related Products under Tariff item 0813.40.00
Air-Dried Cultivated Blueberries
Cultivated blueberries dehydrated via hot air process for extended shelf life, retaining 80% volume for baking applications. They are classified under 0813.40.00 as dried other fruit, not provisionally preserved.
Alaskan Wild Blueberry Dried Snack Packs
Individually packaged dried wild blueberries from Alaska, ready-to-eat snacks retaining natural sweetness. These are classified under 0813.40.00 as dried other fruit, not provisionally preserved, and are not inedible.
Barberries for Culinary Use Dried
Dried barberries for culinary use, such as Persian jeweled rice, with no additives. They are dried fruit under tariff item 0813.40.00.
Brazilian Sun-Dried Papaya Spears
Sun-dried papaya spears from Brazil, naturally dehydrated without artificial additives. They are classified under tariff item 0813.40.00 as dried fruit other than those of headings 08.01 to 08.06.
Bulk Dried Papaya for Processing
Bulk dried papaya chunks for food processing, not for retail sale. They remain dried fruit under tariff item 0813.40.00, as processing into purees or powders does not alter their classification.
Chilean Cultivated Dried Barberries
Cultivated barberries from Chile, dried for export, with a milder flavor. They are dried fruit under tariff item 0813.40.00.