0809.21.00.00 - Sour cherries (Prunus cerasus) 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 4.4¢/kg |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 0809.21.00.00, specifically enumerates "Sour cherries (Prunus cerasus)" when imported fresh. This classification encompasses all varieties of sour cherries, distinguished by their characteristic tartness, as opposed to the sweeter varieties often consumed raw. The goods classified here are intended for fresh consumption, processing into juices, preserves, or other food products.
The primary distinction within the "Cherries" heading (0809.2) lies between sour cherries and other varieties. While this subcategory is exclusively for *Prunus cerasus*, its sibling, 0809.29.00.00, covers all other types of fresh cherries. This includes sweet cherries (such as Bing, Rainier, or Maraschino) and any other cherry varieties not falling under the specific definition of sour cherry.
As this classification is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification into 0809.21.00.00 relies solely on the accurate identification of the fruit as a fresh sour cherry. Importers should ensure the botanical classification and characteristic taste profile align with *Prunus cerasus* to correctly utilize this specific tariff line.