Dehydrated Papaya Powder from China
Finely ground powder from fully dehydrated papayas, used in smoothies and baking for its concentrated flavor. While powdered, it remains classified under HTS 0813.40.10.00 as dried papaya fruit product, not a flour.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39.3%
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Register as a food facility with FDA and provide prior notice for powdered fruit imports
• Specify grind size and purity (100% papaya) to avoid classification as a food preparation
• Test for microbial contamination, a frequent issue with powdered tropical fruits