Fresh Burro Plantains from China
Fresh Burro plantains are small, stubby varieties from Mexico and Central America, prized for their dense texture in tostones and patacones. Under HTS 0803.10.10.00 as fresh plantains, they are imported green for twice-fried preparations. Their compact size reduces shipping volume compared to larger varieties.
Duty Rate — China → United States
7.5%
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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain APHIS import permit for plantains from pest-risk countries like Central America
• Use ethylene absorbers in containers for green burro variety
• Common pitfall: incorrect weight declaration leading to statistical breakouts