Thompson Seedless Raisins from China
Golden or brown raisins made from Thompson Seedless grapes that are dried naturally or with artificial heat, classified under HTS 0806.20.20.00 as 'other raisins' distinct from Sultana varieties. These are whole, seedless raisins commonly used in baking and snacking. They fit this code as processed dried grapes not meeting specific varietal exclusions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify raisin variety and processing method via supplier certificates to confirm 'other raisins' status; ensure compliance with FDA food safety standards including sulfur dioxide residue limits; check for phytosanitary certificates to avoid quarantine issues from grape-producing regions