Fresh Asian Pears (Nashi) from Germany
Fresh Asian pears (Pyrus pyrifolia, aka Nashi or apple pears) have crisp, apple-like texture and round shape, entered fresh outside quota. Classified as fresh pears under HTS 0808.30.40 for non-quota imports.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm botanical classification as Pyrus pears; some origins treat as distinct from European pears
• Provide residue testing for pesticide maximum residue limits (MRLs) specific to Asian varieties
• Use ventilated packaging to prevent condensation damage during ocean transit