Red Delicious Apples from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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