English Morello Cherries from China
English Morello sour cherries are traditional dark-skinned Prunus cerasus varieties grown for culinary uses in the UK. Imported fresh, they align with HTS 0809.21.00.00 for sour cherries, distinct by their high acidity and processing suitability.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include color and Brix level documentation to substantiate sour cherry identity versus hybrid varieties
• Prepare for APHIS inspection upon entry, with prior notification for fresh fruit shipments
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests processing; use consumer-ready flats for fresh classification