0804.30 - Pineapples:

This HTS category, 0804.30, specifically covers pineapples, whether fresh or dried. It encompasses the entire fruit, without regard to its state of preservation, as long as it falls within the scope of Chapter 8 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, which deals with edible fruits and nuts.

While its sibling categories at the 0804 level address other tropical fruits such as dates (0804.10), figs (0804.20), avocados (0804.40.00), and a group of guavas, mangoes, and mangosteens (0804.50), this subdivision is exclusively for pineapples. The distinguishing factor lies in the botanical identity and characteristic morphology of the pineapple fruit.

Within this pineapple classification, further distinctions are made based on the physical processing. Subcategories differentiate between pineapples that have not been reduced in size and those that have been processed into smaller pieces or segments. This subdivision is critical for accurate tariff application, reflecting potential differences in presentation and intended end-use.