Highbush Blueberries
Fresh cultivated highbush blueberries (Vaccinium corymbosum) harvested at peak ripeness for fresh market consumption. These fall under HTS 0810.40.0029 as cultivated blueberries, other than those specifically enumerated in prior subheadings like miniature varieties. They are sold in consumer packs like clamshells or pints.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If miniature type (2-7 lbs each)
Miniature blueberries meeting the 0.91-3.18 kg weight range per statistical note fall into separate reporting number.
If frozen
Frozen blueberries are classified under Chapter 07 as frozen vegetables and fruits, not fresh.
If wild lowbush variety
Wild blueberries (Vaccinium angustifolium) go under 'other' fresh fruits of genus Vaccinium.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting country confirming freedom from pests like spotted wing drosophila
• Declare exact variety and cultivated status; misclassification as wild can lead to wrong HTS
• Ensure cold chain compliance (0-2°C) to avoid spoilage claims at customs
Related Products under HTS 0810.40.00.29
Rabbit Eye Blueberries
Fresh cultivated rabbit eye blueberries (Vaccinium virgatum), a heat-tolerant variety grown in southern U.S. states. Classified under HTS 0810.40.0029 as other cultivated blueberries of genus Vaccinium, distinct from highbush. Typically larger berries sold fresh in retail punnets.
Organic Highbush Blueberries
Certified organic fresh highbush blueberries grown without synthetic pesticides, meeting USDA NOP standards. HTS 0810.40.0029 covers these as other cultivated blueberries; organic status noted statistically per General Note 6. Packaged in eco-friendly clamshells for premium fresh market.
Tifblue Rabbiteye Blueberries
Fresh Tifblue variety rabbiteye blueberries, a popular cultivated hybrid known for firm texture. Under HTS 0810.40.0029 as other cultivated Vaccinium blueberries. Machine-harvested and hand-sorted for fresh retail sale.
Premier Highbush Blueberries
Fresh Premier cultivar highbush blueberries, bred for large size and sweet flavor. Classified HTS 0810.40.0029 as other cultivated blueberries of genus Vaccinium. Common in Pacific Northwest production for fresh export markets.