Fresh Cape Gooseberries from China
Fresh cape gooseberries (physalis) come in papery husks, sold intact for fresh consumption. HTS 0810.90.4680 includes these as other fresh fruit, distinct from common gooseberries. Popular in gourmet markets.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.2%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Husks must remain intact to qualify as fresh fruit
• Store at 7-10°C to maintain 4-week shelf life
• Avoid classification disputes with proper botanical identification