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.
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If other fresh citrus nesoi
Catch-all for citrus not specified elsewhere in heading 0805.
If treated as vegetable
Rare botanical reclassification for immature or atypical specimens.
If peeled fresh fruit sections
Any peeling/processing removes from fresh whole fruit category.
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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
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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
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