Fresh Green Coconuts In Shell from China
Fresh mature green coconuts with intact outer shells, typically harvested for their coconut water and tender meat. Classified under HTS 0801.19.0120 as fresh coconuts in shell, not shelled or peeled. These are perishable and unsuitable for long-term storage without refrigeration.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests like coconut mites, required by APHIS for all fresh coconut imports
• Declare exact weight including shells; duty is assessed per kg on gross weight to avoid under-declaration penalties
• Refrigerate at 13-15°C during transit to prevent spoilage; inspect for husk mold common in sea shipments