Gala Apples

Fresh Gala apples, a premium variety known for their mild sweetness and yellow-orange striping, valued over 22¢ per kg due to superior quality and export standards. Classified under HTS 0808.10.00.65 as fresh apples that are 'other' varieties excluding Fuji, Red Delicious, and Granny Smith. These apples are harvested at peak ripeness for international markets.

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 specifically Fuji variety

Fuji apples have a dedicated statistical suffix under fresh apples valued over 22¢/kg, separating premium Japanese-origin varieties.

0809.40.40.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If stored in controlled atmosphere for over 90 days

Prolonged cold storage may reclassify apples as not 'fresh,' moving them to the heading for fruit provisionally preserved during transport.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify valuation exceeds 22¢/kg with commercial invoices and obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting country to confirm freshness and pest-free status

Comply with USDA APHIS import requirements including cold treatment protocols for certain origins to prevent pests like apple maggot

Avoid misclassification by ensuring apples are fresh (not frozen or preserved) and document variety to distinguish from statistical breakouts

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Fresh Cripps Pink apples (aka Sundowner), with pink blush and firm texture, priced above 22¢ per kg for export quality. Classified HTS 0808.10.00.65 as other fresh apples not in main statistical categories. Late-season variety for extended shelf life.

Pink Lady Apples

Fresh Pink Lady apples, a crossbreed variety with pink blush and exceptional crunch, valued above 22¢ per kg for their gourmet appeal. Classified in HTS 0808.10.00.65 as other high-value fresh apples excluding named statistical varieties. Ideal for fresh consumption in upscale markets.

Ambrosia Apples

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Envy Apples

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