Fresh Golden Quinces from China
Golden quinces are a variety of fresh Cydonia oblonga fruit with golden-yellow skin, entered during the April-June import window. They fall under HTS 0808.40.20.25 as fresh quinces imported seasonally outside the main domestic harvest period. These quinces are suitable for immediate consumption after washing.
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 entry date falls between April 1 and June 30 using bill of lading to avoid reclassification to lower-duty periods
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests like codling moth, required for all fresh quince imports
• Label cartons with varietal name, origin, and 'fresh quinces' to prevent confusion with preserved fruits under Chapter 08 note