Fresh Red Currants from Canada
Fresh red currants (Ribes rubrum) are vibrant red berries picked fresh for retail sale and home use in desserts or sauces. Classified under HTS 0810.30.00.00 as fresh red currants, excluding any kiwifruit misclassification. They remain in their natural, unprocessed state suitable for immediate consumption.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Obtain EU or origin-country export certificates confirming varietal purity and freedom from quarantined pests
• Use refrigerated containers to maintain quality, as currants are highly perishable with short shelf life
• Avoid common pitfalls like overripe shipments by specifying maturity standards in purchase contracts