Fresh Apple Gourd for Crafts from China
Fresh apple gourds (Cucurbita pepo var. ovifera), small round gourds imported chilled for artisanal crafts. Classified under HTS 0709.93.30.00 as fresh Cucurbita gourds, valued for their apple-like shape.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Bundle in mesh bags for air circulation; monitor humidity to avoid mold
• Avoid mixing with edibles in customs declarations to prevent food import delays