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U.S. imports of fresh papayas (papaws) (HS 080720) totaled $14.9M in April 2026, traded with 6 countries.
Importers of Fresh Papayas (Papaws) paid $14K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 5.4% on $259K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataMexico dominates US fresh papaya supply, with Guatemala, Panama, Brazil, and Belize rounding out the principal source countries — a concentration that makes weather disruptions and phytosanitary access decisions in the region closely watched by importers. Fresh papayas enter under a single 10-digit line (0807200000) and are subject to USDA APHIS quarantine requirements, including inspection for fruit flies and other regulated pests before release. Importers should be aware that certain papaya varieties, particularly those from specific origins, may face additional admissibility conditions tied to pest-risk assessments. Classification is straightforward at the 10-digit level, but admissibility compliance is complex — consult a licensed customs broker or USDA APHIS before shipping.
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USDA APHIS regulates the admissibility of fresh papayas due to fruit fly and other pest risks. Shipments must meet applicable systems approaches or treatment requirements depending on origin, and are subject to port-of-entry inspection. Requirements can vary by country of origin, so importers should verify current APHIS import conditions before each shipment.
GE papaya varieties (such as the Rainbow variety common from Hawaii) are not a classification distinction under HTS 0807200000, which covers all fresh papayas regardless of variety or cultivation method. However, importers of GE papayas from foreign origins should confirm USDA APHIS and FDA admissibility status for the specific variety, as biotech event approvals vary by country.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0807200000 | PAPAYAS (PAPAWS) FRESH | $14.9M | 5.40% | $14K |
PAPAYAS (PAPAWS) FRESH
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0807200000 | PAPAYAS (PAPAWS) FRESH | $2.1M |
PAPAYAS (PAPAWS) FRESH
1.4M kg
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $7.4M | $938K | -$6.5M |
| California | $4.2M | $66K | -$4.2M |
| Florida | $1.8M | $512K | -$1.3M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| HILDAGO, TX | $8.4M | -- | -$8.4M |
| OTAY MESA, CA | $5.0M | $16K | -$5.0M |
| MIAMI, FL | $916K | -- | -$916K |