Australian Finger Limes from China
Australian finger limes (Citrus australasica) are elongated, caviar-like limes prized in gourmet cuisine. As a non-key lime variety, fresh imports are under HTS 0805.50.40.00 for 'other' limes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
7.5%
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
• Obtain CITES permits if applicable for native Australian species during import
• Use ventilated packaging to maintain freshness and prevent mold during transit
• Document varietal purity to prevent confusion with standard Persian limes