Fresh White Onions
Fresh white onions are crisp, sharp-flavored onions used in salads and Mexican cuisine, harvested fresh or chilled. They fall under tariff item 0703.10.99 as 'Other' fresh or chilled onions, since they are not onion sets, not Spanish-type for processing, and not subject to seasonal import restrictions.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the white onions are imported for processing
Spanish-type onions for processing are classified under tariff item 0703.10.20.
If the white onions are dried
Dried onions are classified under heading 07.12.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the onions are fresh or chilled and not processed
• If they are of the Spanish type and intended for processing, they may fall under a different tariff item
• Remember to include package weight in duty calculations per supplementary note 1
Related Products under Tariff item 0703.10.99
Baby White Pearl Onions Bulk
Bulk-packed baby white pearl onions under 16 mm in diameter, fresh and intended for wholesale distribution to food processors. These small alliaceous vegetables fall under tariff item 0703.10.99 as 'other' onions, not qualifying for the specific tariff items for onion sets or Spanish-type onions for processing.
Certified Organic Cipollini Onions
Certified organic cipollini onions are flat, disk-shaped onions known for their sweetness when caramelized, fresh or chilled. They fall under tariff item 0703.10.99 as 'Other' fresh or chilled onions, since they are not onion sets, not Spanish-type for processing, and not subject to seasonal import restrictions.
Certified Organic Heirloom Onions
Rare certified organic heirloom onion varieties, fresh and chilled. These onions are classified under tariff item 0703.10.99 as other fresh or chilled onions, not falling under specific categories like sets or processing onions.
Certified Organic Red Onions
Fresh certified organic red onions have purple-red skins and a mild flavor, ideal for salads and grilling. They are classified under tariff item 0703.10.99 as 'Other' fresh or chilled onions, as they do not meet the criteria for onion sets, Spanish-type processing onions, or seasonal tariff items.
Certified Organic Spanish Onions
Fresh certified organic Spanish onions are large, mild onions perfect for roasting, harvested fresh or chilled. They fall under tariff item 0703.10.99 as 'Other' fresh or chilled onions, since they are not onion sets, not Spanish-type for processing, and not subject to seasonal import restrictions.
Certified Organic Sweet Onions
Certified organic sweet onions, such as Vidalia-type, have high sugar content and thin skins, ideal for raw eating, fresh or chilled. They are classified under tariff item 0703.10.99 as 'Other' fresh or chilled onions, as they do not meet the criteria for onion sets, Spanish-type processing onions, or seasonal tariff items.