Fresh Plantain Bananas (Dessert Type)
Sweet plantain varieties eaten fresh like dessert bananas, not for cooking. HTS 0803.90.00 as 'other' fresh bananas when end-use is fresh consumption.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold for cooking
Cooking plantains (starchy, green) have dedicated subheading based on common end-use.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Include varietal and end-use documentation to justify 'other bananas' vs. plantains
• Market testing may be needed if borderline between dessert and cooking types
Related Products under HTS 0803.90.00
Fresh Cavendish Bananas
Cavendish bananas are the most common variety of fresh bananas imported worldwide, harvested green and ripened during transport. They fall under HTS 0803.90.00 as 'other' bananas (not plantains) that are fresh. This code covers all fresh or dried bananas excluding plantains.
Dried Banana Chips
Thinly sliced bananas dried to preserve flavor, often used as a healthy snack. Classified under HTS 0803.90.00 as dried bananas that remain suitable as fruit. Unsweetened versions stay in this fresh/dried banana heading.
Fresh Lady Finger Bananas
Small, sweet Lady Finger (or sugar bananas) imported fresh for premium markets. These petite dessert bananas fit HTS 0803.90.00 as fresh 'other' bananas distinct from plantains.
Organic Dried Bananas
Certified organic bananas dried without additives, popular in health food sectors. HTS 0803.90.00 applies to simply dried bananas meeting organic standards per General Statistical Note 6.
Dried Baby Bananas
Small baby banana varieties dried whole or sliced for snacking. As simply dried 'other' bananas, they classify under HTS 0803.90.00 without further processing.
Fresh Red Bananas
Red-skinned bananas with sweet, raspberry-like flavor, imported fresh. HTS 0803.90.00 covers these as fresh dessert bananas separate from plantains.