Fresh Salad Beetroot
Fresh salad beetroot consists of young, tender beets harvested early for use in salads, characterized by their small size and mild flavour. These beets are classified under tariff item 0706.90.30 as 'other beets' because they are not specifically named elsewhere in heading 07.06 and are not intended for processing. They are imported fresh or chilled, as required by the heading.
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 beets are imported for processing (e.g., canning or juicing)
This item specifically covers beets intended for processing, which may have a different duty rate.
If the beets are not salad beetroot but other edible roots not elsewhere specified
This residual item covers other edible roots under heading 07.06, such as horseradish or turnips.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the beets are fresh or chilled and not processed, as heading 07.06 covers only these states
• Include package weight in the customs value calculation, per supplementary note 1
• Verify if seasonal tariff items (0706.90.21 or 0706.90.22) apply during specified periods, as they may offer different duty rates
Related Products under Tariff item 0706.90.30
Fresh Baby Beets
Fresh baby beets are immature beets harvested early for their tender texture and sweet flavor, available in red or golden varieties. They are classified under tariff item 0706.90.30 as 'other beets' since they are not specifically for processing and do not fall under the seasonal or packaging-specific sibling items.
Fresh Bunch Beets with Tops
Fresh bunch beets are table beets sold with their edible green tops attached, commonly red varieties. The root is the primary product, and the tops are incidental, so they fall under tariff item 0706.90.30 as 'other beets'.
Fresh Chioggia Beets
Fresh Chioggia beets are an heirloom variety with distinctive red-and-white striped interiors, used for culinary purposes. They are classified under tariff item 0706.90.30 as 'other beets' since they are table beets, not for processing or sugar production.
Fresh Cylindra Beets
Fresh Cylindra beets are elongated, cylindrical table beets valued for uniform slicing in culinary applications. They are classified under tariff item 0706.90.30 as 'other beets', being fresh or chilled and not for processing.
Fresh Detroit Dark Red Beets
Fresh Detroit Dark Red beets are a classic heirloom variety with deep red roots, harvested fresh for market sale. They fall under tariff item 0706.90.30 as 'other beets', being table beets not for processing.
Fresh Golden Beets
Fresh golden beets are a variety of Beta vulgaris with yellow flesh and a milder flavor than red beets, harvested fresh or chilled. They are classified under tariff item 0706.90.30 as 'other beets', excluding sugar beet varieties.