Pinkerton Avocado from China
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.
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)
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Comply with FDA prior notice for fresh produce entry; segregate organic vs conventional for accurate statistical reporting; avoid bulk packaging that suggests processing