U.S. imports of Fruit & Nuts, Provisionally Preserved, Inedible (NESOI) (HS 081290) totaled $190K in August 2026, imported from 13 countries.
Importers of Fruit & Nuts, Provisionally Preserved, Inedible (NESOI) paid $20K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 10.77% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Fruit & Nuts, Provisionally Preserved, Inedible (NESOI) imports of $190K in August 2026 ran 18% above the year-to-date monthly average of $161K.
Last updated: August 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.
ImportsExports
Imports
$190KYoY · free account
Exports
$54KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $2.1M of Fruit & Nuts, Provisionally Preserved, Inedible (NESOI) and exported $744K.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
origin
Vietnam and Jamaica together supply 90% of it. Egypt pays 12.9% duty; Jamaica 0.0%.
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rate provision · imports
13.5% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 10.77% of imports for consumption.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0812909000 | Fruit & Nuts Provisionally Preservd, Inedibl, NESOI | $171K | 10.65% | 85.03% | $18K |
| 0812905000 | Strawberries, Provisionally Preserved, Inedible | $10K | 12.88% | 100.00% | $1K |
| 0812902000 | Citrus Fruit, Provisionally Preserved, Inedible | $9K | 10.71% | 100.00% | $943 |
| 0812901000 | Mixtures of Two or More Fruits, Prov Pres, Inedibl | — | -- | -- | -- |
| 0812903000 | Figs, Provisionally Preserved, Inedible | — | -- | -- | -- |
| 0812904000 | Pineapples, Provisionally Preserved, Inedible | — | -- | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0812908800 | Fruit & Nuts Provisionally Preservd Inedible NESOI | $54K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Subheading 2 of 2 in heading 0812
Subheading 081290 · $190K of $380K
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