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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

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

0805.50.20Higher: 17.5% vs 7.5%

If containing seeds and small-sized

Statistical notes distinguish key limes by seed presence and typical size.

0805.10.00Higher: 25% vs 7.5%

If oranges misidentified as limes

Visual similarity in some hybrids could lead to Chapter 0805.10 classification.

0810.90Higher: 12.2% vs 7.5%

If provisionally preserved in flats

Bulk preserved fruit for processing shifts out of fresh citrus headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include country-of-origin labeling and varietal certificates for Mexican shipments

β€’ Ensure cold chain compliance (45-55Β°F) to avoid chilling injury claims

β€’ Separate from key lime shipments to prevent blending and reclassification