Certified Organic Eureka Lemons

Fresh Eureka lemons (Citrus limon) certified organic under USDA NOP standards, typically larger with thick yellow rind used for juicing and cooking. Classified under HTS 0805.50.20.10 as fresh lemons that are certified organic. They meet the requirements for fresh or dried citrus fruit in this subheading.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0805.50.40.00Lower: 7.5% vs 17.5%

If conventional (non-organic) cultivation

Lemons without certified organic status fall under the conventional fresh lemon subheading.

2009.31.40.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If processed into juice

Juiced organic lemons become prepared citrus juices under Chapter 20.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify USDA NOP or equivalent organic certification documentation from supplier to avoid reclassification

Ensure phytosanitary certificates confirm fresh condition and freedom from pests like Mediterranean fruit fly

Declare exact organic certification type; lack of proof leads to default non-organic lemon rates

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