Fresh Star Ruby Grapefruit
Star Ruby Grapefruit features deep red flesh and thin skin, prized for its low bitterness and high lycopene content. This fresh fruit enters under HTS 0805.40.8010 for off-season imports (June-November). Sold whole for retail display and consumer fresh consumption.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If entered December 1-May 31
Ruby varieties including Star Ruby use 0805.40.40 subheading during official grapefruit marketing season.
If frozen temporarily for transport
Fruit provisionally preserved by cold processes may shift to 0810 if unsuitable for immediate consumption.
If processed into essential oils
Grapefruit peel extracted for oils or essences moves to Chapter 33 for odoriferous substances.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label cartons with country of origin, variety, and net weight per FDA food facility registration; test for pesticide residues meeting EPA tolerances; avoid mixing varieties in same shipment
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Fresh Ruby Red Grapefruit
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.
Fresh Marsh White Grapefruit
Marsh White Grapefruit is a classic white-fleshed variety with mild, juicy segments popular for fresh eating and salads. Classified under HTS 0805.40.8010 when imported outside the December-May peak period as fresh citrus fruit. These whole fruits are packed in bulk cartons for distribution.
Fresh Flame Grapefruit
Flame Grapefruit is a red-fleshed hybrid with exceptional sweetness, grown primarily in South Africa and Israel for export. HTS 0805.40.8010 applies to these fresh whole fruits imported outside U.S. peak grapefruit season. Ideal for breakfast markets and juicing at home.
Fresh Rio Star Grapefruit
Rio Star Grapefruit offers the deepest red pigmentation and sweetest profile among Texas Rio Grande Valley varieties. Entered fresh under HTS 0805.40.8010 during June-November off-peak months. Packed 32-40 count per carton for supermarket distribution.
Fresh Mexican Grapefruit
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.
Fresh White Marsh Seedless Grapefruit
White Marsh Seedless Grapefruit provides classic tangy flavor without seeds, ideal for salads and fresh eating. This off-season import (HTS 0805.40.8010) fills summer gaps in domestic supply. Typically 48-count size for foodservice.