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U.S. imports of fruit & nuts, provisionally preserved, inedible (nesoi) (HS 081290) totaled $62K in April 2026, traded with 10 countries.
Importers of Fruit & Nuts, Provisionally Preserved, Inedible (NESOI) paid $4K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 5.7% on $62K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Fruit & Nuts, Provisionally Preserved, Inedible (NESOI) imports of $62K in April 2026 ran 28% below the year-to-date monthly average of $87K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSpanning citrus fruit, figs, pineapples, strawberries, mixed fruit combinations, and other provisionally preserved items not elsewhere specified, this heading captures a wide range of horticultural commodities held in preserving agents solely to maintain their physical integrity during transport and storage. Vietnam and China are the leading US suppliers under this heading, with Jamaica and Costa Rica also contributing, reflecting both tropical fruit origins and established processing industries. The US schedule breaks the heading into seven distinct 10-digit lines — including dedicated lines for citrus (0812902000), figs (0812903000), pineapples (0812904000), and strawberries (0812905000) — so correct species identification at entry is critical to avoid misclassification. FDA admissibility review applies; importers should confirm that preserving agents and residue levels meet US food additive standards before shipment.
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Classification depends on the specific fruit species. The US schedule provides dedicated lines for citrus (0812902000), figs (0812903000), pineapples (0812904000), and strawberries (0812905000), a line for mixtures of two or more fruits (0812901000), and residual NESOI lines (0812908800 and 0812909000) for everything else. Accurate botanical identification and a clear commercial description on the entry documentation are essential to avoid reclassification at the port.
The inedible designation is a classification criterion, not a duty exemption — duty rates still apply based on the specific HTS line. For admissibility, FDA still requires prior notice and may conduct examination, since the fruit is intended for further processing into edible products. Importers should consult a licensed customs broker to confirm both classification and FDA compliance obligations.
Monthly import values over time
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIETNAM | $35K | -- | -$35K |
| JAMAICA | $27K | -- | -$27K |
| DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO | -- | $4K | +$4K |
| SINT MAARTEN | -- | -- | -- |
| SPAIN | -- | -- | -- |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0812909000 | FRUIT & NUTS PROVISIONALLY PRESERVD, INEDIBL,NESOI | $62K | 5.69% | $4K |
| 0812902000 | CITRUS FRUIT, PROVISIONALLY PRESERVED, INEDIBLE | $0 | -- | -- |
| 0812903000 | FIGS, PROVISIONALLY PRESERVED, INEDIBLE | $0 | -- | -- |
| 0812904000 | PINEAPPLES, PROVISIONALLY PRESERVED, INEDIBLE | $0 | -- | -- |
| 0812905000 | STRAWBERRIES, PROVISIONALLY PRESERVED, INEDIBLE | $0 | -- | -- |
FRUIT & NUTS PROVISIONALLY PRESERVD, INEDIBL,NESOI
CITRUS FRUIT, PROVISIONALLY PRESERVED, INEDIBLE
FIGS, PROVISIONALLY PRESERVED, INEDIBLE
PINEAPPLES, PROVISIONALLY PRESERVED, INEDIBLE
STRAWBERRIES, PROVISIONALLY PRESERVED, INEDIBLE
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0812908800 | FRUIT & NUTS PROVISIONALLY PRESERVD INEDIBLE NESOI | $4K |
| 0812905000 | STRAWBERRIES, PROVISIONALLY PRESERVED, INEDIBLE | $0 |
FRUIT & NUTS PROVISIONALLY PRESERVD INEDIBLE NESOI
1.8K kg
STRAWBERRIES, PROVISIONALLY PRESERVED, INEDIBLE
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $35K | -- | -$35K |
| New Jersey | $27K | -- | -$27K |
| Florida | -- | $4K | +$4K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $35K | -- | -$35K |
| NEW YORK, NY | $27K | -- | -$27K |
| SAVANNAH, GA | -- | $4K | +$4K |