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)

17.5%
MFN Base RateFree

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)

Total Effective Rate17.5%

Products classified under HTS 0805.40.40.90

Fresh Red Pomelo

A large citrus fruit with thick, reddish rind and sweet, juicy pink flesh, known as pomelo (Citrus maxima). Classified under HTS 0805.40.40.90 when entered August 1 to September 30 due to its pomelo species and seasonal import timing. Primarily imported fresh from Southeast Asia for retail markets.

Fresh White Pomelo

Classic white-fleshed pomelo with pale yellow rind, milder flavor, and fewer seeds than grapefruit. Falls under HTS 0805.40.40.90 for pomelos imported during the specified August-September window. Commonly sourced from Thailand and Vietnam.

Thai Honey Pomelo

Premium Thai variety (Thong Dee) with golden rind and exceptionally sweet, honey-like flesh. HTS 0805.40.40.90 applies to these pomelos entered August-September, reflecting peak Southeast Asian harvest. Popular in Asian markets and upscale grocers.

Chandler Pomelo

Seedless hybrid pomelo variety with pinkish flesh and thin rind, grown in California and imported seasonally. Classified HTS 0805.40.40.90 when entered August 1-September 30. Bridges pomelo and grapefruit characteristics.

Organic Fresh Pomelo

Certified organic pomelo grown without synthetic pesticides, maintaining thick rind and large size typical of species. HTS 0805.40.40.90 for seasonal entry; organic status noted statistically per General Note 6. Appeals to health-conscious consumers.

Pink-Fleshed Pomelo

Pomelo variety with vibrant pink interior flesh, thicker rind than grapefruit, sweet-tart flavor. Specifically under HTS 0805.40.40.90 for August-September imports. Increasingly popular as grapefruit alternative.