Solo Papaya from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.9%
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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• File FDA Prior Notice at least 2 hours before arrival for fresh produce
• Ensure cold chain maintenance to prevent ripening during transit
• Label country of origin clearly to comply with customs valuation