0808.30 - Pears:

This HTS category, 0808.30, specifically covers fresh pears. As a subcategory within the broader heading for apples, pears, and quinces, it isolates pears for distinct tariff treatment. This classification is essential for accurately identifying imported or exported pears, distinguishing them from other fruits within the same chapter.

Unlike its siblings, 0808.10 (apples) and 0808.40 (quinces), this code exclusively applies to pears, regardless of their variety, as long as they are fresh and fit for human consumption. The intent is to differentiate these specific pome fruits for trade purposes.

The classification further subdivides pears based on their entry date into the customs territory. Subcategory 0808.30.20 applies to pears entered during the period from April 1 to June 30, inclusive. In contrast, subcategory 0808.30.40 covers all other pears entered at any other time of the year. This temporal distinction is a key factor for determining the applicable tariff rates.