Kordia Cherries

Very dark, almost black sweet cherries from New Zealand, Kordia variety, noted for intense flavor. Classified under HTS 0809.29.00.00 for other fresh cherries.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0809.40Lower: 10% vs 35%

If southern hemisphere plums mixed in

Regional stone fruit mixtures classify by predominant fruit.

0811.90.80Higher: 39.5% vs 35%

If southern hemisphere frozen cherries

Frozen imports from certain regions have specific rates.

2008.60.00Higher: 39.5% vs 35%

If NZ processed cherries

Regional processing changes classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Southern hemisphere phytosanitary protocols differ; systems approach often used

• Dark color sensitive to bruising; use padded packaging

• Off-season import advantage but higher freight costs