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Seedless Mexican Limes from China

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.

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)
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))

Import Tips

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

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

Separate from key lime shipments to prevent blending and reclassification

Seedless Mexican Limes from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0805.50.40.00