Fresh Mexican Pomelo from Mexico
Large Mexican pomelos with thick pithy rind and mild green-tinged flesh are imported fresh, qualifying under HTS 0805.40.60.00 for October entries alongside grapefruit.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish pomelos from grapefruit via size (>1kg typical) and rind thickness in invoices
• Comply with USMCA rules for Mexican origin to potentially reduce duties
• Monitor ethylene exposure to prevent premature ripening during ocean transit