Fresh Lady Finger Bananas
Lady Finger bananas, also known as sugar bananas, are small, sweet fresh bananas imported for fresh market sales. Classified under HTS 0803.90.00.35 as fresh 'other' bananas excluding plantains. They are prized for their thin skin and intense sweetness.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If starch content high enough to be cooking bananas
Bananas used primarily for cooking like plantains are classified separately from dessert varieties.
If imported in bunches vs loose
Statistical reporting may differ based on packaging (bunches vs individual fruits).
If dried and processed into banana flour
Dried bananas further processed into flour move to prepared vegetable/fruit provisions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label shipments clearly with variety to distinguish from plantains and prevent duty errors
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for fresh produce imports into the US
• Use refrigerated containers to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage claims
Related Products under HTS 0803.90.00.35
Fresh Cavendish Bananas
Cavendish bananas are the most common variety of fresh bananas imported for retail consumption, characterized by their sweet flavor and curved shape. They fall under HTS 0803.90.00.35 as fresh bananas (not dried) that are 'other' than plantains. These bananas are typically green when harvested and ripen during transport.
Fresh Plantain Bananas (Dessert Type)
Certain smaller, sweeter plantain varieties imported fresh for eating raw rather than cooking. HTS 0803.90.00.35 covers fresh 'other' bananas excluding true cooking plantains. These are distinguished by size and intended use as fresh fruit.
Fresh Baby Bananas
Baby bananas are miniature fresh bananas, typically 4-5 inches long, imported for premium fresh markets. They classify under HTS 0803.90.00.35 as fresh other bananas. Known for their concentrated sweetness and delicate texture.
Fresh Red Bananas
Red bananas feature reddish-purple skin and creamy, sweet flesh when fresh. Imported under HTS 0803.90.00.35 as fresh other bananas. Their unique color and flavor make them popular in specialty markets.
Fresh Apple Bananas
Apple bananas, named for their apple-like tangy sweetness, are fresh imported tropical bananas. HTS 0803.90.00.35 applies to these fresh other bananas. They have thick skin protecting sweet aromatic flesh.
Fresh Goldfinger Bananas
Goldfinger bananas are a hybrid variety bred for disease resistance, imported fresh with sweet flavor. Under HTS 0803.90.00.35 as fresh other bananas. Angular shape distinguishes them from round Cavendish.