Bearss Limes
Bearss limes are a popular seedless variety of Persian limes with juicy flesh and mild flavor, ideal for juicing. Classified under HTS 0805.50.40.00 as fresh 'other' limes, excluding key lime types.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If smaller Mexican key lime varieties
Key limes have distinct size and seed characteristics warranting separate statistical reporting.
If dried or dehydrated
Dried limes, even if not provisionally preserved, fall under fruit preserved by other methods.
If frozen lime segments
Processed frozen forms are classified in Chapter 20 as fruit juices or preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label shipments clearly as 'fresh Bearss limes' to avoid misclassification with lemons under 0805.40
• Comply with USDA APHIS import requirements for citrus from quarantine areas
• Monitor moisture content to ensure not dried, which could reclassify under general dried citrus
Related Products under HTS 0805.50.40.00
Tahiti Persian Limes
Tahiti Persian limes (Citrus latifolia) are seedless, thin-skinned limes commonly used in beverages and cooking. These fresh limes fall under HTS 0805.50.40.00 as 'other' limes, distinct from key limes, and are imported fresh without drying or processing.
Australian Finger Limes
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.
Seedless Mexican Limes
Seedless Mexican limes are larger, hybrid Persian-style limes grown in Mexico for export. They qualify under HTS 0805.50.40.00 as fresh 'other' limes, not the smaller seeded key limes.
California Grown Limes
California-grown Persian limes are domestically cultivated but imported varieties match this profile for tariff purposes. HTS 0805.50.40.00 covers these fresh 'other' limes excluding key types.
Gourmet Bearss Seedless Limes
Gourmet Bearss seedless limes are premium fresh limes selected for size and quality. Under HTS 0805.50.40.00 as 'other' fresh limes, perfect for high-end restaurant supply.
Peruvian Persian Limes
Peruvian Persian limes are exported fresh from South America, known for their vibrant green color. Classified in HTS 0805.50.40.00 for non-key lime varieties.