Fresh Purple Mangosteens

Purple mangosteens (Garcinia mangostana) are tropical fruits with thick, reddish-purple rinds and sweet, juicy white segments inside. This HTS code 0804.50.60.65 specifically covers fresh mangosteens entered during non-peak seasons (outside December-May entry period). They are imported in ventilated crates to maintain freshness.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0804.50.40.65Same rate: 25%

If entered June 1 - November 30

Peak season (Dec-May) fresh mangosteens shift to lower-duty statistical suffix under same fresh mangosteen heading.

0813.40.90Higher: 37.5% vs 25%

If dried or dehydrated

Dried mangosteens become fruit preserved by drying, moving from fresh Chapter 08 heading 0804 to 0813.

0812.90.90Higher: 35% vs 25%

If provisionally preserved in brine or sulfur solution

Treatment solely for transport/storage (per Chapter Note) classifies under 0812 instead of fresh 0804.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify entry date falls outside Dec-May window to use 0804.50.60.65; peak season uses 0804.50.40

Require phytosanitary certificates proving fruit is free from pests like fruit flies common to Southeast Asia

Avoid refrigeration below 10°C to prevent chilling injury; use ventilated packaging