Red Delicious Apples

Fresh Red Delicious apples valued under 22¢ per kg, often second-grade or processing-grade fruit exported in bulk. Classified in HTS 0808.10.00.30 based on low valuation reflecting non-premium quality for juice or cooking uses.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0808.10.00Same rate: 35%

If premium quality with higher valuation

Valuation over 22¢/kg requires .40 suffix for fresh apples.

2009.71.00.00Same rate: 35%

If frozen apple slices

Frozen prepared apples fall under Chapter 20 for fruit preparations.

0809.40.40Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If quinces rather than apples

Quinces have separate fresh fruit subheading in 0809.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide commercial invoice with per kg valuation certified by exporter to confirm .30 classification

Comply with APHIS import permits for fire blight and other quarantine pests specific to apples

Use refrigerated containers maintaining 0-4°C to meet FDA fresh produce safety standards