Fresh Black Seedless Grapes from China
These are fresh black seedless grapes, such as Thompson Seedless or similar black varieties, entered between February 15 and March 31. They fall under HTS 0806.10.20.35 due to their black color, fresh state, and seasonal entry period which subjects them to specific import regulations. Primarily used for fresh consumption in retail markets.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify entry date falls within February 15 to March 31; shipments outside this period classify under different subheadings
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming freshness and freedom from pests, as required for fresh produce imports
• Avoid common pitfalls like misidentifying color variety—black grapes must be dark-skinned, not red or green