Brined Avocado Halves from China
Whole or halved avocados preserved in a salt brine solution in glass jars, ready for guacamole preparation. This falls under HTS 2008.99.10.90 as 'other' avocados otherwise prepared or preserved, excluding purees. Brining maintains freshness for extended shelf life.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming treatment against pests common in avocado shipments
• Declare net drained weight accurately; customs weighs samples to verify against invoice