Fresh Bosc Pears from China
Fresh Bosc pears feature bronze russeted skin and firm, sweet flesh, imported fresh during non-quota months. Classified under HTS 0808.30.40 for pears entered anytime outside the specified quota period, ensuring proper seasonal tariff application.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Use commercial invoices specifying variety and entry date to confirm non-quota status for 0808.30.40
• Comply with USDA APHIS import requirements including inspection for pests like codling moth
• Label clearly as 'fresh pears' to prevent confusion with dried (0809.30) or processed products