Fuyu Persimmons from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Verify persimmons are fresh and not dried or processed to avoid reclassification under 0813; inspect for moisture content

Obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting country confirming pest-free status, required for USDA APHIS entry

Label clearly as 'fresh persimmons' with country of origin; common pitfall is misdeclaring astringent varieties