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 Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +37.5% | 37.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold with pits intact
Dates with pits fall under the 'with pits' category in the same heading.
If further processed beyond pit removal like chopped or powdered
Fruit dried and further prepared (not just pitted) moves to Chapter 08 heading 0813.
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
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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.
Organic Pitted Kalamata Dates
Certified organic Kalamata dates processed to remove pits while maintaining natural flavor. HTS 0804.10.60.00 covers these as pitted dates in whole form.
Pitted Barhi Dates
Soft, fresh-style Barhi dates with pits removed, often semi-dried for export. Specifically classified under HTS 0804.10.60.00 for pit-removed dates.
Pitted Ajwa Dates
Premium Saudi Ajwa dates, hand-pitted for luxury market consumption. HTS 0804.10.60.00 applies to these whole dates with pits removed.
Pitted Yellow Dates
Golden yellow dates with pits extracted, popular in baking applications. Classified HTS 0804.10.60.00 as other pitted dates.
Pitted Iranian Mazafati Dates
Moist Mazafati dates from Iran with pits removed for easy handling. HTS 0804.10.60.00 for pitted whole dates.