Dried Coconut Copra Kernels from China

Dried kernels of coconuts, known as copra, obtained by sun-drying or artificial drying of mature coconut meat after husking and shelling. This product falls under HTS 1203.00.00.00 as it is the primary form of copra used globally for oil extraction. It retains high oil content, typically 60-65%, making it ideal for pressing into virgin coconut oil.

Duty Rate — China → United States

7.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify moisture content below 7% to prevent mold during shipping; obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting countries like Indonesia; declare exact oil content to avoid reclassification as vegetable oil under Chapter 15

Dried Coconut Copra Kernels from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1203.00.00.00