Chopped Date Pieces in Bulk from China
Coarsely chopped dates from California varieties, dried and packaged in bulk for food manufacturers. Falls under HTS 2008.99.2520 as prepared dates, cut but not further processed into paste. Used in energy bars, cereals, and baking mixes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
59.9%
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
• Specify chop size and intended use on invoice to prevent reclassification as date paste under other codes
• Ensure sulfur dioxide levels below FDA limits (<10 ppm) with lab analysis for preservative declarations
• Opt for bulk packaging over retail to qualify for potentially lower handling fees at ports