Fresh Pineapple Quince from China
Pineapple quince variety features distinct pineapple-like aroma and flavor, imported fresh outside the December-May season under HTS 0808.40.40. This hard, astringent fruit requires cooking and doesn't qualify as seasonal entry. Primarily grown in California and imported from Chile or Argentina during off-season.
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
• Label clearly as 'quince' vs pears/apples to prevent reclassification; maintain 32-36°F storage temperature documentation; check for USDA APHIS pre-clearance requirements from origin