Air-Dried Cultivated Blueberries from Mexico
Cultivated blueberries dehydrated via hot air process for extended shelf life, classified HTS 0813.40.20.20 as dried fruit berries. Retain 80% volume for baking applications.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Document drying temperature/time to prove not 'provisionally preserved' under Chapter Note 0812
• FDA prior notice required 24-48hrs before arrival for dried fruit
• Avoid oil-coated berries, as that triggers 2008 classification