Fuerte Avocado
Fuerte avocados feature smooth green skin and pear-shaped form with mild, nutty flavor, ideal for slicing in salads. Classified under HTS 0804.40.00 for fresh or dried avocados in their whole, unprocessed state. This covers all avocado varieties not subjected to further preparation.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +7.5% | 7.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If treated solely for provisional preservation during storage
Heading 0812 applies to fruit provisionally preserved (e.g., in sulfur dioxide) but unsuitable for immediate eating.
If specifically guavas, not avocados (misidentification)
Guavas share the same chapter heading 0804 but have separate subheadings; accurate fruit identification is key.
If flour made from dried avocado
Processed into flour, it shifts from fresh/dried fruit to Chapter 11 flours and meals.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain APHIS import permit for fresh avocados from approved regions; label country of origin and variety clearly; watch for seasonal quotas that may affect duty rates
Related Products under HTS 0804.40.00
Hass Avocado
The Hass avocado is a popular fresh variety with dark, pebbly skin and creamy green flesh, widely used in guacamole and salads. It falls under HTS 0804.40.00 as a fresh avocado, distinct from processed or preserved forms. This classification covers avocados in their natural state, whether fresh or dried.
Reed Avocado
Reed avocados are large, round with thick green skin and rich buttery flesh, perfect for fresh eating. HTS 0804.40.00 includes all fresh or dried avocados regardless of variety or size. Excludes any processed or preserved forms.
Bacon Avocado
Bacon avocados have thin green skin and oval shape with smooth texture, harvested early season. Falls under HTS 0804.40.00 as fresh or dried avocados in natural form. Widely imported fresh for retail markets.
Pinkerton Avocado
Pinkerton avocados are elongated with prominent neck, green skin turning purplish, and excellent flavor. HTS 0804.40.00 classifies all avocado types fresh or dried without further processing. Common in California and imported varieties.
Zutano Avocado
Zutano avocados serve as pollinators with shiny green skin and mild flavor, often used fresh. Under HTS 0804.40.00 for avocados fresh or dried, excluding preserved or prepared. Imported in bulk for domestic markets.
Organic Hass Avocado
Certified organic Hass avocados meet USDA standards without synthetic pesticides, identical to conventional but with organic certification. HTS 0804.40.00 covers fresh or dried avocados; organic status affects statistical notes not heading. Requires proper certification documentation.