Fresh Black Thorn Durian from China
Black Thorn durian from Malaysia stands out with dark green-black spines and intensely aromatic, bittersweet pulp. As fresh durian under HTS 0810.60.00.00, it's exported whole to preserve its premium quality for slicing at destination. The fruit ripens 3-4 days post-shipment.
Duty Rate — China → United States
9.7%
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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use refrigerated containers set to 14°C with 90% humidity for Black Thorn variety
• Prepare for CBP inspection; durian's strong odor often triggers agricultural checks
• File entry with supporting photos of fruit condition to validate freshness claims