Hass Avocado from China
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.
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
• Verify phytosanitary certificates from exporting countries to meet USDA import standards; declare fresh vs dried status accurately to avoid reclassification; inspect for ripeness as overripe fruit may trigger quarantine