Certified Organic Roma Tomatoes from China

Fresh certified organic Roma tomatoes, also known as plum tomatoes, are elongated and oval-shaped varieties ideal for sauces and canning. They fall under HTS 0702.00.20.44 as fresh or chilled tomatoes entered during specified seasonal periods (March 1-July 14 or September 1-November 14) and certified organic Roma type. These tomatoes are unsuitable for immediate consumption in large quantities due to their primary use in processing.

Duty Rate — China → United States

7.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify USDA or equivalent organic certification per General Statistical Note 6 to avoid reclassification or penalties

Confirm entry dates fall within March 1-July 14 or September 1-November 11 to qualify for this subheading

Provide phytosanitary certificates proving freshness and freedom from pests, as tomatoes are perishable agricultural goods