Green Leaf Lettuce
Green leaf lettuce consists of loose heads or bunches of fresh Lactuca sativa, chilled for transport, and is a popular salad green. It is classified under tariff item 0705.19.90 as 'other' lettuce, as it does not meet the specific seasonal or packaging conditions of the sibling items.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported during the specified seasonal period in packages of 2.27 kg or less
Seasonal small-package imports are classified here.
If imported during the specified seasonal period in bulk or packages over 2.27 kg
Seasonal bulk imports are covered by this item.
If the lettuce forms a tight head rather than loose leaves
Head lettuce varieties are classified under a different subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the lettuce is fresh or chilled; if it is dried, it may fall under heading 07.12
• Check whether the import date falls within the seasonal period for items 0705.19.11 or 0705.19.12
• Remember to include package weight in the total weight for duty calculation
Related Products under Tariff item 0705.19.90
Baby Butterhead Lettuce
Baby Butterhead Lettuce consists of immature butterhead lettuce heads, harvested early for their tender leaves and gourmet salad use. They are classified under tariff item 0705.19.90 as 'other' lettuce when imported outside the seasonal period for butterhead lettuce.
Baby Leaf Lettuce Blend
Mixed baby leaf lettuces (various Lactuca sativa varieties), fresh, entered. This product is classified as 'other' lettuce under tariff item 0705.19.90, as it does not meet the seasonal import criteria of sibling items 0705.19.11 or 0705.19.12.
Baby Lettuce Mix
Fresh or chilled baby lettuce mix consisting of tender young leaves of various Lactuca sativa varieties. This product is classified as 'other' lettuce under tariff item 0705.19.90, as it does not fall under the seasonal import provisions of sibling items 0705.19.11 or 0705.19.12.
Baby Red Leaf Lettuce
Baby Red Leaf Lettuce consists of young, tender small leaves of Lactuca sativa with red hues, harvested fresh or chilled at an immature stage. It is classified under tariff item 0705.19.90 as 'other' lettuce when imported outside the seasonal period for red leaf lettuce.
Baby Romaine Lettuce Bunches
Baby Romaine Lettuce Bunches are immature heads of Lactuca sativa, harvested early for their tender leaves, typically used in salads. They are classified under tariff item 0705.19.90 as 'other' lettuce, fresh or chilled, when imported outside the seasonal period specified for romaine lettuce.
Batavia Lettuce
Fresh Batavia (Summer Crisp) lettuce, a hybrid with crisp leaves, chilled for market. This product falls under tariff item 0705.19.90 as 'other' lettuce, not subject to the seasonal import provisions of sibling items 0705.19.11 and 0705.19.12.