Dried Persian Limes from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
8.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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