Fresh Prune Plums from Mexico
Fresh prune plums (Prunus domestica subsp. domestica), small elongated purple plums ideal for drying, entered January-May from Peru or Chile. These remain fresh and suitable for immediate consumption, falling under HTS 0809.40.20.00 for winter-season imports.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label as 'prune plums' distinctly from dessert plums to avoid reclassification during customs exam
• Ensure compliance with FDA import alerts for stone fruit pests; include fumigation certificates
• Monitor quota allocations if applicable during high-volume winter import periods