Organic Plum Roma Tomatoes - San Marzano Variety
Certified organic San Marzano Roma tomatoes are premium plum-type varieties with thick flesh and few seeds, perfect for Italian sauces. Classified under HTS 0702.00.20.44 for fresh or chilled certified organic Roma tomatoes during restricted import periods. Their firmness ensures suitability for transport while remaining fresh.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If entered outside specified periods
Seasonal restriction applies; non-seasonal organic Roma fall under other organic tomato subheadings.
If globe/beefsteak type despite organic status
Shape determines subheading; round tomatoes over 0.9kg go to statistical notes for globe types.
If packed for retail in small consumer units
Retail-packed fresh tomatoes may classify under fruit provisions if not bulk agricultural produce.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label shipments clearly as 'Certified Organic Roma (Plum Type)' with certification documents to match HTS description
• Monitor seasonal windows closely; off-season imports default to higher-duty general tomato codes
• Avoid common pitfalls like inadequate cooling documentation, which can lead to spoilage claims at entry
Related Products under HTS 0702.00.20.44
Certified Organic Roma Tomatoes
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.
Certified Organic Italian Plum Tomatoes
Fresh certified organic Italian plum tomatoes (Roma type) are dense, meaty fruits harvested for pasta sauces and pastes. HTS 0702.00.20.44 covers these during March 1-July 14 or September 1-November 14 entry periods as chilled or fresh organic Roma. They require no further processing for preservation beyond chilling.
Organic Roma Paste Tomatoes
Certified organic Roma paste tomatoes are plum-shaped with low water content, bred for cooking and canning applications. They qualify for HTS 0702.00.20.44 as fresh/chilled certified organic Roma entered seasonally. Chilling preserves them for transport without altering consumability.