Fresh Portuguese Quinces from China
Quinces grown in Portugal's Azores region, imported fresh during summer months. Classified under HTS 0808.40.4025 for off-season entry of fresh quinces. Known for aromatic flavor ideal for jellies and marmalades.
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
• Check EU export certificates; Portuguese quinces often require cold treatment en route to meet US phytosanitary standards
• Use proper NAICS coding for fresh fruit importers to facilitate customs clearance
• Inspect for maturity stage; overripe fruit risks rejection or reclassification as unfit for fresh import