Certified Organic Pineapple Quince from China
Pineapple quince (Cydonia oblonga 'Pineapple') is a certified organic variety of fresh quince with aromatic, pear-shaped fruit ideal for cooking. It falls under HTS 0808.40.20.15 as fresh quinces entered April 1 to June 30 that meet certified organic standards per General Statistical Note 6. These quinces are harvested at peak ripeness and certified free from synthetic pesticides.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify organic certification against USDA NOP or equivalent standards listed in General Statistical Note 6; provide entry documentation during April-June window
• Inspect for freshness to avoid reclassification as preserved fruit; declare exact entry date to qualify for seasonal rate