Fresh Thai Lychee
Fresh 'Holland' variety lychees from Thailand, large-sized with firm flesh and mild sweetness. HTS 0810.90.4650 designates these as fresh lychees in the 'other' fresh fruit provision. Commonly sea-freighted in controlled atmosphere containers.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If treated solely with sulfur water for storage
Chapter 0812 note applies to provisional preservation methods unfit for immediate consumption.
If further prepared or preserved
Chapter 20 covers fruits prepared or preserved, excluding fresh or frozen.
If avocado-like tropical classification
Guavas, mangoes have dedicated subheadings; lychees as residual 'other'.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Comply with Thai Department of Agriculture export protocols and U.S. fumigation standards
• Track humidity levels (85-90%) in transit to preserve quality and avoid claims
• Separate from preserved fruits in manifests to prevent duty reassessment
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Fresh Vietnamese Lychee
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Fresh Taiwanese Lychee
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Fresh Madagascar Lychee
Organic fresh lychees from Madagascar, with vibrant red skin and exceptionally sweet flesh due to island terroir. Classified in HTS 0810.90.4650 as fresh 'lychee' under other fresh fruits. Exported in eco-friendly bulk packaging.