Fresh Chilean Murcott Mandarins from Mexico
Chilean Murcotts are honey-sweet with pebbly skin, bridging mandarin and tangor traits. HTS 0805.21.00 accommodates them as tangerine-type when not hybrid-designated, exported January-May in carton trays. Rich oil glands enhance aroma.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Murcotts often need fruit fly host status declaration; use sulfur pads sparingly in containers; time imports for off-US season