Fresh Mexican Grapefruit from Germany
Mexican-grown grapefruit varieties like Ruby and White, harvested year-round from Sonora region, provide off-season supply to U.S. markets. HTS 0805.40.8010 covers these fresh imports June-November. Treated with hot water brush for canker control before export.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include Mexico-specific PPQ 587 permit with hot water treatment certification; inspect for leaf miner damage; use ventilated containers to prevent decay