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HSChapter 08
Fresh apricots enter under a single 10-digit line (0809100000) with no seasonal or organic subdivisions in the current US schedule, simplifying classification relative to other stone fruits. Chile leads US supply, with New Zealand and Canada also contributing — a Southern Hemisphere-dominant sourcing pattern that reflects the fruit's short domestic season and the need for counter-seasonal imports. Apricots are highly perishable, making cold-chain integrity and rapid USDA APHIS phytosanitary clearance at the port of entry critical to preserving commercial value. Admissibility requirements are complex; consult a licensed customs broker or USDA APHIS.
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Shipments from Chile must be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate issued by Chile's Servicio Agrícola y Ganadero (SAG) attesting that the fruit meets US import conditions. USDA APHIS will inspect the shipment at the port of entry, and any evidence of regulated pests can result in treatment, re-export, or destruction of the lot.
Domestic US apricot production peaks in late spring and early summer, leaving a counter-seasonal window — roughly November through April — when Southern Hemisphere suppliers like Chile and New Zealand can competitively supply fresh fruit. The short shelf life of apricots means that air freight or fast sea transit is often required, which affects landed cost calculations for importers.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | -- | $439K | +$439K |
| MEXICO | -- | $70K | +$70K |
| CHILE | -- | -- | -- |
| NEW ZEALAND | -- | -- | -- |
| BARBADOS | -- | -- | -- |