King Coconuts In Shell from China
Elongated king coconuts (Thai variety) prized for high-volume sweet water, imported fresh in shell. HTS 0801.19.0120 includes all fresh/dried coconut varieties in shell, regardless of cultivar.
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
• Specify variety on commercial invoice; king coconuts prone to rhinoceros beetle, needs extra fumigation certs
• Import in 40-ft reefer containers at 12-14°C; warmer temps cause fermentation of internal water
• Avoid bulk mixing with standard coconuts to preserve premium pricing