Fresh Ruby Red Grapefruit from Mexico
Ruby Red Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi) is a vibrant pink-fleshed variety known for its sweet-tart flavor, typically harvested from Texas or Florida orchards. This fresh grapefruit enters during non-peak seasons (outside December-May entry period) and is classified under HTS 0805.40.8010 as fresh grapefruit. It remains suitable for immediate consumption without processing.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify entry date falls outside December 1-May 31 to avoid 0805.40.40 codes; obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting country; declare varietal name accurately to match statistical suffixes