Fuerte Avocado from China
Fuerte avocados feature smooth green skin and pear-shaped form, prized for their nutty flavor. Classified under HTS 0804.40.0090 as other fresh avocados not qualifying for miniature categories. Primarily imported fresh from Mexico and Central America.
Duty Rate — China → United States
7.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Comply with USDA APHIS cold treatment requirements for fruit fly mitigation on shipments from infested regions
• Use proper packing to prevent bruising, as damaged fruit may face rejection at entry
• Maintain cold chain (45-48°F) documentation to ensure freshness upon inspection