Premium Sweet Cherry Retail Clamshell

Pre-washed sweet cherries in consumer clamshell packs, ready for supermarket shelves. Still classified as fresh under HTS 0809.29.00.00 since not processed beyond cleaning.

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.

2008.60.00Higher: 39.5% vs 35%

If stem-removed and syrup-added

Minimal processing like pitting shifts to prepared fruits.

0812.90.90.00Same rate: 35%

If sulfur-treated for color retention

Sulfur treatment makes unsuitable for immediate consumption.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Clamshell ventilation holes required; label with COOL country of origin

• MAP gas flushing extends life; test for perforations