Pomelo
Citrus fruit, fresh or dried: > Grapefruit and pomelos: > If entered during the period from August 1 to September 30, inclusive, in any year > Pomelo
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Subheadings
Products classified under HTS 0805.40.40
Fresh Ruby Red Grapefruit
Ruby Red grapefruits are a sweet-tart citrus variety with vibrant red flesh, typically harvested from Texas or Florida groves. Classified under HTS 0805.40.40 when entered August 1 to September 30, this covers fresh grapefruit imported during the late summer peak season to meet U.S. demand before domestic harvests dominate.
Fresh Marsh White Grapefruit
Marsh White grapefruits feature pale yellow flesh with mild flavor, a classic variety grown in warm climates. HTS 0805.40.40 applies specifically to fresh grapefruit imports arriving between August 1 and September 30, capturing seasonal trade flows.
Fresh Star Ruby Grapefruit
Star Ruby grapefruits offer deep crimson flesh and exceptional sweetness, protected by plant patents in the U.S. This HTS 0805.40.40 classification targets fresh imports during the August-September window when demand exceeds local supply.
Fresh Flame Grapefruit
Flame grapefruits are a red-fleshed hybrid known for intense flavor, primarily imported from Mexico during U.S. off-seasons. HTS 0805.40.40 governs entries from August 1 to September 30 for fresh grapefruit.
Foster Pink Grapefruit
Foster Pink grapefruits provide a balanced sweet-tart profile with light pink blush, popular in gift packs. This code applies to fresh grapefruit entered August 1-September 30, aligning with import surges.
Fresh Mexican Grapefruit
Bulk fresh grapefruit from Mexico's Sonora region, typically Ruby Red varieties sized 48/56 count. HTS 0805.40.40 captures these peak-season imports from August to September.
Fresh Rio Star Grapefruit
Rio Star grapefruits feature exceptionally dark red flesh and high lycopene content, a Texas favorite also imported seasonally. Classified under 0805.40.40 for August-September fresh entries.