American Persimmons
Native American persimmons (Diospyros virginiana) are smaller, wild varieties with sweet pulp when ripe, imported fresh. Classified under HTS 0810.70.00.00 as all fresh persimmons.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried for wildlife feed
Dried American persimmons for processing fall under dried fruit.
If used as plants for pharmacy
Medicinal parts of persimmon plants classified in Chapter 12.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Sourcing from US territories or Mexico; ensure CITES if wild-harvested protected species
• Smaller size may require careful inspection for ripeness to confirm fresh status
• Label botanical name to distinguish from Asian kaki varieties
Related Products under HTS 0810.70.00.00
Fuyu Persimmons
Fuyu persimmons (Diospyros kaki) are a non-astringent variety with crisp, sweet flesh when ripe, typically eaten fresh. They are classified under HTS 0810.70.00.00 as fresh persimmons, distinct from dried fruit in heading 0813.
Hachiya Persimmons
Hachiya persimmons are an astringent variety that must ripen to a soft, jelly-like texture before eating fresh. Imported fresh under HTS 0810.70.00.00 before any drying process.
Sharon Fruit Persimmons
Sharon fruit is a trademarked name for seedless, non-astringent persimmons from Israel, eaten fresh like an apple. Falls under HTS 0810.70.00.00 as fresh persimmons regardless of branding.
Organic Fuyu Persimmons
Certified organic Fuyu persimmons grown without synthetic pesticides, meeting USDA NOP standards. Classified as fresh fruit under HTS 0810.70.00.00; see General Statistical Note 6 for organic reporting.
Kaki Persimmons
Kaki persimmons refer to the Japanese variety (Diospyros kaki), typically Fuyu or Hachiya types, imported fresh. HTS 0810.70.00.00 covers all fresh persimmons unsuitable for immediate consumption if unripe.