0810.60.00.00 - Durians

This HTS category, 0810.60.00.00, specifically classifies fresh durians. Durians are tropical fruits renowned for their distinctive large size, spiky rind, and pungent aroma, often referred to as the "king of fruits." The classification is solely for the fruit in its fresh state, intended for direct consumption or further processing after import.

When classifying within Chapter 8, which covers edible fruits and fruit peels, durians are distinguished from their siblings by their unique botanical characteristics and sensory attributes. For instance, while other categories within 0810 cover berries like strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries, or other distinct fruits like kiwifruit, durians are readily identifiable by their size, spiky exterior, and characteristic odor, setting them apart from these other fresh fruits.

As a leaf node within the HTS, 0810.60.00.00 has no further subcategories. Therefore, all fresh durians, regardless of specific variety or origin, will be classified under this single six-digit code. The classification is dependent on the product being a fresh durian, and no further distinctions are made at the eight or ten-digit level for this specific fruit.