Certified Organic Gala Apples from China
Premium certified organic Gala apples, fresh and valued over 22¢/kg, classified under HTS 0808.10.00.45. These small to medium-sized apples are known for their mild sweetness and are grown using approved organic methods. Commonly imported in bulk for distribution to organic retailers.
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 supplier's organic certifier is on USDA approved list per General Statistical Note 6 to avoid denial
• Include invoice details showing per kg value calculation; premium organics often scrutinized for undervaluation
• Comply with APHIS cold treatment requirements for certain origins to eliminate quarantine pests