Pitted Deglet Noor Dates from Mexico
Lightly sweetened Deglet Noor dates with pits carefully removed for convenient snacking. Falls under HTS 0804.10.60.00 specifically for dates that are whole but pitted.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Use food-grade machinery certification for pit removal process to satisfy FDA import standards
• Monitor moisture content as excessive drying could trigger reclassification to other dried fruit codes
• Include commercial invoice detailing pit removal method to expedite CBP examination