Iceberg Head Lettuce
Iceberg lettuce (Lactuca sativa var. capitata) is a crisp, round head lettuce with tightly packed pale green leaves, commonly used in salads and sandwiches. As a fresh or chilled cabbage lettuce (head lettuce) variety, it is classified under tariff item 0705.11.90, which covers 'other' head lettuce not imported during the seasonal period specified for items 0705.11.11 and 0705.11.12.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported during the specified seasonal period and in packages of 2.27 kg or less
This item applies to head lettuce imported during the seasonal period with small package sizes, which may have a different duty rate.
If imported during the specified seasonal period and in bulk or packages over 2.27 kg
This item applies to head lettuce imported during the seasonal period in larger packages or bulk, which may have a different duty rate.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the lettuce is fresh or chilled and not imported during the seasonal period for items 0705.11.11 or 0705.11.12
• Keep records of the shipment date and packaging to support classification
• Verify CFIA import requirements for fresh produce
Related Products under Tariff item 0705.11.90
Bibb Lettuce Heads
Bibb lettuce is a butterhead-type lettuce forming small, loose heads with tender, cupped leaves, typically used in gourmet salads. As a fresh or chilled cabbage lettuce (head lettuce) variety, it falls under tariff item 0705.11.90, which covers 'other' head lettuce not subject to the seasonal import period specified for items 0705.11.11 and 0705.11.12.
Butterhead Head Lettuce
Butterhead lettuce is a type of head lettuce with soft, buttery-textured leaves forming loose heads, commonly used in salads and wraps. As a fresh or chilled cabbage lettuce (head lettuce) variety, it is classified under tariff item 0705.11.90, which covers 'other' head lettuce not imported during the seasonal period specified for items 0705.11.11 and 0705.11.12.
Crisphead Cabbage Lettuce
Crisphead cabbage lettuce is a firm, dense-headed variety similar to iceberg, prized for its crunch in coleslaw and burgers. As a fresh or chilled cabbage lettuce (head lettuce) variety, it falls under tariff item 0705.11.90, which covers 'other' head lettuce not imported during the seasonal period specified for items 0705.11.11 and 0705.11.12.
Crispino Head Lettuce
Crispino is a hybrid head lettuce with crunchy leaves and good disease resistance, used in commercial farming for fresh market salads. As a fresh or chilled cabbage lettuce (head lettuce) variety, it is classified under tariff item 0705.11.90, which covers 'other' head lettuce not imported during the seasonal period specified for items 0705.11.11 and 0705.11.12.
Green Towers Head Lettuce
Green Towers is a tall, upright head lettuce variety with elongated heads for field production. As a fresh or chilled cabbage lettuce (head lettuce) variety, it falls under tariff item 0705.11.90, which covers 'other' head lettuce not imported during the seasonal period specified for items 0705.11.11 and 0705.11.12.
Legacy Head Lettuce
Legacy lettuce offers high-yield heads with bolt resistance, used in processing and fresh markets. As a fresh or chilled cabbage lettuce (head lettuce) variety, it is classified under tariff item 0705.11.90, which covers 'other' head lettuce not imported during the seasonal period specified for items 0705.11.11 and 0705.11.12.