Medjool Dates from China
Large, soft, and caramel-like Medjool dates are premium fresh or dried dates classified under HTS 0804.10.80.00 as 'other' dates, excluding pistachio-stuffed varieties. They are harvested from the Medjool palm and prized for their natural sweetness and chewy texture.
Duty Rate — China → United States
67.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify moisture content to distinguish fresh from dried dates, as it affects classification; obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting countries; label accurately to avoid misclassification as processed fruit under Chapter 08