Fresh Black Emerald Grapes from China
Black Emerald grapes feature a distinctive black skin with green tint, classified as black variety under HTS 0806.10.60.35 for fresh entries outside summer months. These early-season grapes extend market availability with their juicy crunch.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Calibrate refractometers for accurate Brix measurement at entry for quality verification
• Separate mixed variety shipments to avoid reclassification of entire container
• Include harvest date on documentation; late-season grapes risk scrutiny for drying intent