Fresh Thai Tamarind Pods from Mexico

Whole fresh tamarind pods sourced from Thailand, featuring a brown pod exterior with sticky, tangy pulp inside containing seeds. Classified under HTS 0810.90.27.30 as fresh tamarinds, which are other fruit not elsewhere specified in Chapter 8, specifically the tamarind subcategory for berries and tamarinds. These remain in their natural fresh state, suitable for culinary use after pod removal.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

0%

Rate breakdown

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

Verify freshness through phytosanitary certificates to meet USDA import requirements; declare exact origin as Asian varieties may face different quotas

Avoid common pitfalls like misclassifying as dried by ensuring pods are pliable and not dehydrated