Fresh Star Ruby Grapefruit from Canada
Star Ruby is a premium deep-red grapefruit variety known for high lycopene content and intense sweetness, shipped fresh during October harvest peaks. This HTS 0805.40.60.00 applies to such fresh grapefruit imports specifically during October.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Include commercial invoice specifying 'fresh grapefruit, October entry' and net weight per statistical note
• Comply with APHIS import permits for citrus from quarantine areas; avoid mixing varieties in one shipment
• Watch for quota applicability on Mexican grapefruit; declare accurately to prevent penalties