Certified Organic Heirloom Tomatoes
Fresh heirloom tomato varieties such as Brandywine or Cherokee Purple, certified organic and entered fresh or chilled during the specified seasonal periods (March 1-July 14 or September 1-November 14). These round tomatoes weigh up to 0.9 kg and are classified under HTS 0702.00.2050 due to their organic certification and entry timing to qualify for lower duties.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not certified organic
Non-organic tomatoes entered in the same seasonal periods fall under the general 'other' subheading for non-organic produce.
If entered outside specified seasonal periods
Tomatoes entered July 15-August 31 or November 15-February 28 are classified under off-season rates regardless of organic status.
If frozen rather than fresh/chilled
Frozen organic tomatoes are provisionally preserved and move to Chapter 71 for frozen vegetables.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify USDA NOP certification documentation at entry to qualify for this organic subheading
• Confirm entry dates fall within March 1-July 14 or September 1-November 14 to avoid higher general rates
• Provide detailed invoices specifying organic status, variety, and weight (under 0.9 kg per fruit) to prevent misclassification
Related Products under HTS 0702.00.20.50
Certified Organic Roma Tomatoes
Fresh or chilled plum-style Roma tomatoes, certified organic, typically used for sauces and canning, entered during protected seasonal windows. Classified in HTS 0702.00.2050 as 'other' certified organic tomatoes meeting the round/globe shape and weight criteria for statistical purposes.
Certified Organic Beefsteak Tomatoes
Large, round beefsteak tomatoes certified organic, ideal for slicing, weighing up to 0.9 kg each, entered fresh or chilled in specified periods. Falls under HTS 0702.00.2050 as other certified organic tomatoes per statistical notes defining round/globe types.
Certified Organic Yellow Globe Tomatoes
Fresh yellow globe tomatoes, certified organic, round in shape and under 0.9 kg, harvested and shipped chilled during quota periods. HTS 0702.00.2050 applies to these other organic varieties distinct from cherry or specialty types.
Certified Organic Cherry Tomato Varieties - Large
Organic large cherry tomatoes qualifying as 'other' (not small statistical classes), fresh/chilled, entered seasonally. Meets 0702.00.2050 for certified organic tomatoes over statistical size thresholds but still round under 0.9 kg.