Fresh White Flesh Nectarines
White-fleshed nectarines, a smooth-skinned variety of peaches, imported fresh during the June-November window under HTS 0809.30.20.00. This code covers both peaches and nectarines in their fresh, ripe state during the Northern Hemisphere harvest season. They remain perishable and ready for immediate retail sale.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If off-season entry from Southern Hemisphere
Imports outside June-November period, such as Chilean nectarines in winter, use the non-seasonal fresh peach/nectarine code.
If frozen rather than fresh
Freezing changes the product from fresh fruit (Chapter 08) to frozen fruits and vegetables under Chapter 07.
If processed into mixtures or preserved
Peaches/nectarines subjected to canning, drying, or mixing shift to Chapter 20 for prepared fruits.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide botanical certification distinguishing nectarines from peaches if requested by customs
• Inspect for physical damage during entry to meet fresh fruit grade standards
• Use refrigerated containers to maintain quality and avoid reclassification as overripe or processed
Related Products under HTS 0809.30.20.00
Fresh California Clingstone Peaches
Clingstone peaches from California with flesh that adheres tightly to the pit, imported fresh during the summer peak season from June 1 to November 30. These peaches fall under HTS 0809.30.20.00 due to their fresh state and entry timing, distinguishing them from off-season imports under different subheadings. They are suitable for fresh market consumption without any preservation treatment.
Fresh Yellow Freestone Peaches
Yellow-fleshed freestone peaches where the pit easily separates from the flesh, entered fresh during the specified summer-to-fall period under HTS 0809.30.20.00. This tariff line incentivizes seasonal imports of peak-harvest stone fruits. Perfect for slicing and fresh consumption.
Fresh Elberta Peaches
Classic Elberta variety peaches, known for their large size and juicy yellow flesh, imported fresh under HTS 0809.30.20.00 during the June-November harvest season. This heirloom type exemplifies typical tariff-classified stone fruit for fresh market distribution. No preservation treatments applied.
Fresh Redhaven Nectarines
Redhaven nectarines featuring vibrant red skin and firm, sweet flesh, classified under HTS 0809.30.20.00 for fresh imports from June 1 to November 30. As a nectarine cultivar, they share the peach tariff treatment due to botanical similarity. Intended for immediate fresh consumption.
Fresh Organic Peaches
Certified organic peaches grown without synthetic pesticides, entered fresh during June-November under HTS 0809.30.20.00. Organic certification per General Statistical Note 6 applies but doesn't change the base fresh fruit classification. Same seasonal tariff benefits as conventional peaches.
Fresh Donut Peaches
Flat, doughnut-shaped peaches with white flesh and sweet flavor, imported fresh under HTS 0809.30.20.00 for June 1-November 30 entries. This novelty variety retains standard peach tariff classification despite unique shape. Popular for fresh eating and farmers' markets.