Formosa Papaya
Brazilian Formosa papayas, large vigorous fruits with reddish-orange flesh averaging 5-8 pounds. Fresh classification under HTS 0807.20.00.00 requires no preservation treatments applied. Widely exported to North America year-round.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5.4% | +7.5% | 12.9% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5.4% | — | 5.4% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 5.4% | — | 5.4% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5.4% | — | 5.4% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5.4% | — | 5.4% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If provisionally preserved in solutions
Heading 0812 specifically includes fruit preserved temporarily for transport but not consumable immediately.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Comply with USDA fumigation protocols for South American papaya imports
• Use ventilated containers to prevent condensation and rot
• Declare exact varietal name on entry documents
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Fresh Hawaiian Papaya
Large, pear-shaped papayas grown in Hawaii with vibrant orange flesh and black seeds, weighing 2-5 pounds each. Classified under HTS 0807.20.00.00 as fresh papayas suitable for immediate consumption. These are typically sold whole at retail markets without any preservation treatment.
Solo Papaya
Small, single-serving Solo variety papayas from the Caribbean, typically 1-2 pounds with sweet yellow-orange flesh. Falls under HTS 0807.20.00.00 as fresh papayas (papaws) harvested at eating ripeness. Ideal for fresh market sales without processing.
Maradol Red Papaya
Large Mexican Maradol papayas featuring deep red flesh and weighing up to 10 pounds. Imported fresh under HTS 0807.20.00.00 as part of the melons and papayas heading for immediate consumption. Popular for their high sugar content and juiciness.
Tainung Papaya
Taiwanese Tainung #1 variety papayas, medium-sized with firm orange flesh resistant to diseases. Classified as fresh papayas under HTS 0807.20.00.00 for retail and foodservice. Exported at breaker stage for optimal ripening during shipment.
Sunrise Solo Papaya
Bright yellow Sunrise variety Solo papayas from Jamaica, small-sized for individual consumption. HTS 0807.20.00.00 covers these fresh papayas with no treatment beyond harvest cleaning. Known for cave-like seed cavity and sweet flavor.
Red Lady Papaya
Hybrid Red Lady F1 papayas from the Philippines, pear-shaped with high red flesh content. HTS 0807.20.00.00 applies to these fresh, untreated papayas destined for fresh market. Disease-resistant variety popular for export.