Fresh Blackberries from China
Fresh blackberries (Rubus fruticosus) are juicy, dark purple berries typically harvested in summer and sold in consumer packs for immediate fresh consumption. They fall under HTS 0810.20.90 as 'other' fresh raspberries, blackberries, mulberries, and loganberries, excluding any preserved or processed forms. These berries are not treated for provisional preservation and are suitable for direct eating.
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
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting country confirming berries are free from pests like spotted wing drosophila
• Comply with USDA APHIS import requirements including cold treatment or fumigation for certain origins
• Avoid misclassification as frozen (0810.40) by ensuring berries arrive fresh and unpackaged for processing