Pitted Medjool Dates

Premium Medjool dates with pits removed, typically dried to enhance sweetness and shelf life. Classified under HTS 0804.10.60.00 as dates that are whole but with pits removed, distinguishing them from whole pitted dates.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0804.10.20Same rate: 35%

If sold with pits intact

Dates with pits fall under the 'with pits' category in the same heading.

0813.20Lower: 24% vs 35%

If further processed beyond pit removal like chopped or powdered

Fruit dried and further prepared (not just pitted) moves to Chapter 08 heading 0813.

2106.90Lower: 16.4% vs 35%

If mixed with sugar or other ingredients exceeding 13% by weight

Sugar confectionery preparations containing dates shift to Chapter 21.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify pit removal documentation and provide lab certificates confirming no pits remain to avoid reclassification

Ensure proper phytosanitary certificates from origin country as dates are subject to agricultural inspections

Label clearly as 'pitted dates' to prevent confusion with whole pitted varieties and potential duty disputes