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U.S. imports of plantains, fresh or dried (HS 080310) totaled $34.8M in April 2026, traded with 12 countries.
Importers of Plantains, Fresh or Dried paid $1K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 1.4% on $93K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPlantains occupy a distinct tariff position from dessert bananas, reflecting their primary role as a starchy cooking staple rather than a fresh-eating fruit — a distinction that matters for both classification and end-use market analysis. The US schedule separates fresh plantains (0803101000) from dried (0803102000), with Guatemala and Ecuador the leading suppliers, followed closely by Colombia. Cold-chain integrity and phytosanitary compliance under USDA APHIS are key entry considerations, as fresh plantains are subject to agricultural quarantine inspection at the port of entry.
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Plantains are classified under heading 0803.10 while other bananas fall under 0803.90. The distinction is botanical and commercial: plantains (Musa paradisiaca) are starchy, typically cooked before consumption, and are traded separately from sweet dessert banana varieties. If there is ambiguity about the variety, botanical documentation from the exporter supports correct classification.
Fresh plantains are subject to USDA APHIS phytosanitary inspection at the port of entry. Shipments must be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate from the country of origin, and may be subject to treatment or rejection if regulated pests are detected. Requirements can vary by origin country; consult a licensed customs broker or APHIS for current admissibility conditions.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0803101000 | PLANTAINS, FRESH | $34.7M | -- | -- |
| 0803102000 | PLANTAINS, DRIED | $93K | 1.40% | $1K |
PLANTAINS, FRESH
PLANTAINS, DRIED
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0803100000 | PLANTAINS, FRESH OR DRIED | $4.1M |
PLANTAINS, FRESH OR DRIED
3.2M kg
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | $15.6M | $1.3M | -$14.4M |
| New Jersey | $3.8M | $480K | -$3.3M |
| Delaware | $2.5M | $1.2M | -$1.3M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHILADELPHIA, PA | $6.3M | -- | -$6.3M |
| WILMINGTON, DE | $5.5M | -- | -$5.5M |
| PORT EVERGLADES, FL | $4.6M | $95K | -$4.5M |