Dried Persian Limes

Whole dried Persian limes (Citrus latifolia) used in Middle Eastern cuisine for their concentrated flavor in stews and rice dishes. HTS 0805.50.3040 covers dried limes of this variety as 'other' fresh or dried citrus. Imported in bulk for food processing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China0.8%+7.5%8.3%
🇲🇽Mexico0.8%0.8%
🇨🇦Canada0.8%0.8%
🇩🇪Germany0.8%0.8%
🇯🇵Japan0.8%0.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

0812.90.90Higher: 35% vs 8.3%

If provisionally preserved (e.g., brined)

Chapter note excludes preserved fruits from fresh/dried headings.

0910.99.60Higher: 9.4% vs 8.3%

If ground into spice powder

Grinding transforms into spice, moving to Chapter 9.

0805.50.20Higher: 17.5% vs 8.3%

If key lime variety

Variety-specific suffix applies to Mexican key limes even when dried.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide drying method certification to confirm not chemically preserved

Check moisture content to ensure they remain 'dried fruit' not qualifying as provisions

Label with production date and storage conditions for shelf-life compliance