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.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| π²π½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π¨π¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π©πͺGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π―π΅Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If preserved solely for transport (e.g., sulfured)
Chapter note to 0812 covers fruit treated only for provisional preservation, unsuitable for immediate consumption.
If plums (misidentification)
Visual similarity to some plum varieties, but botanical genus Vaccinium confirms chapter 08.
If immature and vegetable-like
Rarely, unripe berries might be argued as fruits used as vegetables, but ripe cultivated go to 0810.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Include harvest date and Brix level on invoices for quality verification
β’ Use ventilated containers to maintain post-harvest quality during ocean freight
β’ Watch for fumigation requirements from berry pest hotspots like Mexico
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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.
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.
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.