Dried Tart Cherries from Canada
Dried tart cherries (Prunus cerasus) are dehydrated cherries commonly used in baking, trail mixes, and health foods. They fall under HTS 0813.40.30.90 as 'other' dried cherries, distinct from sweet cherries or those of headings 0801-0806. These are not provisionally preserved under heading 0812 but fully dried for long-term storage.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify moisture content below 20% to confirm classification as dried fruit, not provisionally preserved under 0812
• Provide certificates of origin and phytosanitary certificates to meet USDA import requirements for dried cherries
• Label accurately with country of origin and 'dried cherries' to avoid reclassification during customs exam