Fresh White Currants
Fresh white currants (Ribes rubrum var. album) are pale, translucent berries ideal for fresh consumption or garnishes. They are imported fresh under HTS 0810.30.00.00 specifically for black, white, or red currants. These remain unprocessed and ready for immediate use.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If stored in brine or sulfur water for transport
Provisional preservation treatments under heading 0812 apply when not suitable for immediate eating.
If marketed as strawberries for processing (error in identification)
Misidentification as processing strawberries could shift to specific strawberry subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide botanical identification documents to distinguish white currants from similar white berries like white gooseberries
• Comply with cold treatment protocols if sourcing from pest-risk regions to satisfy import quarantine rules
• Document harvest date and packing method to prevent reclassification as provisionally preserved fruit
Related Products under HTS 0810.30.00.00
Fresh Black Currants
Fresh black currants (Ribes nigrum) are small, dark berries harvested at peak ripeness for fresh market consumption. They fall under HTS 0810.30.00.00 as fresh black currants, distinct from processed or preserved forms. These berries are typically sold in consumer packs for immediate eating or culinary use.
Fresh Red Currants
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.
Fresh Gooseberries
Fresh gooseberries (Ribes uva-crispa) are tart green or red berries used in pies, jams, and fresh salads. HTS 0810.30.00.00 covers these as fresh gooseberries, excluding kiwifruit, in their natural ripe state. They are imported for direct consumer markets.
Organic Fresh Black Currants
Certified organic fresh black currants grown without synthetic pesticides, meeting USDA organic standards. Classified under HTS 0810.30.00.00 as fresh black currants for retail fresh markets. Organic certification requires compliance with General Statistical Note 6 approved standards.
Fresh Red Gooseberries
Fresh red gooseberries, a ripe variety of Ribes uva-crispa, imported for gourmet markets and cooking. Under HTS 0810.30.00.00 as fresh gooseberries suitable for immediate consumption. These are distinct from preserved or processed forms.
Fresh Hinnomaki Red Gooseberries
Hinnomaki Red variety fresh gooseberries, known for large size and sweet-tart flavor, imported fresh. HTS 0810.30.00.00 covers all fresh gooseberries including cultivars. Sold in clamshells for premium fresh markets.