Verna Lemons

Verna lemons are a Spanish variety (Citrus limon) known for late-season harvest and seedlessness. Fresh imports fall under HTS 0805.50.2050 as other lemons. Valued for their storage qualities during transatlantic shipping.

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.

0805.50.30Lower: 8.3% vs 17.5%

If miniature conventional lemons

Applies size definition from statistical notes.

0810.90Lower: 12.2% vs 17.5%

If provisionally preserved in brine

Heading 0812 covers transport preservation treatments.

0805.40.40Same rate: 17.5%

If actually grapefruits

Similar appearance but different botanical species.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Time imports to avoid overlapping with US domestic lemon seasons to minimize dumping claims

Use IPAFF-approved treatments for Mediterranean fruit fly prevention

Segregate by maturity stage to ensure all fruit meets fresh import standards

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