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U.S. imports of fresh berries (SITC 05794) totaled $402.3M in April 2026, traded with 13 countries.
Importers of Fresh Berries paid $1.7M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $16.6M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Fresh Berries imports of $402.3M in April 2026 ran 21% below the year-to-date monthly average of $510.6M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataFresh berries — including strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, and related small fruits — are among the most time-sensitive perishable imports in US trade, with shelf life measured in days and cold-chain failures translating directly into commercial loss. USDA APHIS phytosanitary inspection is required at entry, with spotted-wing drosophila and other invasive fruit flies among the quarantine pests of primary concern depending on origin. The category spans a wide range of commercial values and end-use channels, from fresh retail packs to food-service bulk, and import volumes are heavily influenced by domestic US and Canadian seasonal availability. Consult a licensed customs broker or APHIS for current admissibility and phytosanitary requirements by berry species and origin.
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Fresh berries are extremely perishable, with most varieties having a commercial shelf life of only a few days under optimal refrigeration. Any break in the cold chain — whether at origin packing, during air or sea transit, or at port inspection — can render a shipment commercially unsaleable. Importers should specify temperature and humidity requirements in contracts, use pre-cooled containers, and build buffer time into delivery schedules to account for potential APHIS inspection delays at the port of entry.
Yes. Each berry species carries a distinct pest and disease risk profile, and APHIS requirements — including the need for phytosanitary certificates, approved pest treatments, or systems approaches — vary accordingly. For example, certain origins may require cold treatment for spotted-wing drosophila on blueberries, while strawberries from specific countries may be subject to additional inspection protocols. Importers should verify current APHIS requirements for each species-origin combination before shipment.
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Monthly import values over time