Certified Organic Butternut Squash
Fresh, certified organic butternut squash (Cucurbita moschata) harvested at peak ripeness for culinary use. As a fresh or chilled squash of the Cucurbita genus, it is classified under tariff item 0709.93.00 for pumpkins, squash and gourds.
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 the squash is frozen
Frozen vegetables are classified under heading 07.10.
If dried and not shelled
Dried vegetables fall under heading 07.12, excluding leguminous vegetables.
If prepared or preserved otherwise
Processed preparations are classified in chapter 20.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the squash is fresh or chilled, not dried or provisionally preserved, to stay in heading 07.09
• Include the weight of packaging in the dutiable value as required by supplementary note 1
• Check if a CFIA import permit is needed for organic products
Related Products under Tariff item 0709.93.00
Acorn Squash
Acorn squash (Cucurbita pepo) is a winter squash with dark green, ribbed skin and yellow-orange flesh, typically imported fresh or chilled for roasting, baking, or stuffing. It falls under tariff item 0709.93.00 as an edible squash of the Cucurbita genus, not further prepared or preserved.
Atlantic Giant Pumpkin
Atlantic Giant Pumpkins are massive contest-grown pumpkins (Cucurbita maxima) exceeding 50 kg, often used for weigh-offs and displays. They fall under tariff item 0709.93.00 as fresh or chilled pumpkins of the genus Cucurbita, regardless of their primary ornamental end-use.
Baby Pam Pumpkin
Baby Pam Pumpkins are miniature orange pumpkins (1-2 kg) perfect for pies and individual servings. They are classified under tariff item 0709.93.00 as fresh or chilled pumpkins of the Cucurbita genus, including small culinary types.
Buckskin Pumpkin
Buckskin Pumpkins are Kentucky heirloom tan pumpkins used for pies. They fall under tariff item 0709.93.00 as fresh or chilled pumpkins of the Cucurbita genus, regardless of their tan color or heirloom status.
Buttercup Squash
Buttercup squash (Cucurbita maxima) is a turban-shaped winter squash with dark green rind and dense orange flesh, imported fresh or chilled for baking, mashing, or pie filling. It is classified under tariff item 0709.93.00 as a squash of the Cucurbita genus in its natural, unprocessed state.
Butternut Squash
Butternut squash (Cucurbita moschata) is a bell-shaped winter squash with smooth tan skin and sweet orange flesh, harvested fresh or chilled for soups, roasting, and purees. It is classified under tariff item 0709.93.00 as a fresh or chilled squash of the Cucurbita genus, distinct from pumpkins and gourds.