Bartlett Pears
Fresh Bartlett pears (Pyrus communis), a popular European pear variety known for its juicy, sweet flesh and yellow-green skin when ripe. These pears are entered during the April-June period and classified under HTS 0808.30.20.45 as 'other' fresh pears not specified elsewhere in the subheading.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If entered July 1 to March 31
Pears entered outside the April-June window fall under the off-season subheading with potentially different duty rates.
If treated with preservatives like sulfur dioxide
Preservation treatments for transport make them unsuitable for immediate consumption, moving to Chapter 81 fruit provisions.
If actually apples rather than pears
Misidentified fruit would classify under the apples heading based on botanical variety.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify entry date falls within April 1-June 30 to qualify for this rate; provide phytosanitary certificates from origin country
• Inspect for ripeness to ensure 'fresh' status, as overripe fruit may shift to processed categories
• Label variety accurately to prevent reclassification
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Bosc Pears
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Forelle Pears
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Seckel Pears
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