Fresh Temple Oranges from China
Temple oranges (Citrus sinensis 'Temple') are a sweet, seedless variety with a distinctive flattened shape and easy-to-peel skin, typically harvested from late winter to spring. Classified under HTS 0805.10.00.20 as fresh oranges due to their specific varietal identification within the orange category. They are imported fresh for retail sale and immediate consumption.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Verify varietal labeling as 'Temple oranges' on phytosanitary certificates to match HTS 0805.10.00.20 classification
• Ensure compliance with USDA APHIS import requirements including cold treatment for pests like Mediterranean fruit fly
• Avoid misclassification by confirming freshness; dried fruit shifts to other subheadings