Fresh Beefsteak Tomatoes
Large, round beefsteak tomatoes ideal for slicing and grilling, typically weighing around 0.5-0.9 kg. Entered fresh or chilled under HTS 0702.00.20 during restricted seasonal windows to regulate imports. Meets statistical note definition for 'round' tomatoes in this HTS subheading.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cherry or grape tomatoes
Smaller, non-round varieties like cherry tomatoes fall under separate subheadings based on size and shape.
If considered for pickling or certain varieties
Some tomato varieties intended for pickling may be reclassified under Chapter 8 for fruits, depending on use.
If provisionally preserved in brine
If treated solely for transport preservation (e.g., in brine) and unsuitable for immediate consumption, moves to heading 0711.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• File FDA Prior Notice at least 2 hours before arrival for fresh produce to prevent holds at port
• Use refrigerated containers maintaining 4-10°C to preserve freshness; temperature logs help prove 'chilled' status if applicable
Related Products under HTS 0702.00.20
Fresh Globe Tomatoes
Round, red globe tomatoes weighing up to 0.9 kg each, harvested fresh for slicing or salads. Classified under HTS 0702.00.20 when entered during the specified seasonal periods (March 1-July 14 or September 1-November 14) as fresh or chilled tomatoes. These are not processed or preserved, fitting Chapter 7 for edible vegetables.
Fresh Slicing Tomatoes
Firm, round slicing tomatoes harvested at peak ripeness for market sale, chilled for transport. HTS 0702.00.20 applies specifically for entries in the quota-like seasonal periods to protect domestic growers. Excludes dried, processed, or non-round types per chapter notes.
Fresh Roma Tomatoes
Plum-shaped but round Roma tomatoes for fresh market use, weighing under 0.9 kg, entered chilled. Fits HTS 0702.00.20 seasonal requirement as 'round tomatoes' per statistical definition for globe/slicing types. Not provisionally preserved, staying in fresh category.
Fresh Organic Globe Tomatoes
Certified organic round globe tomatoes grown without synthetic pesticides, fresh or chilled. Qualifies under HTS 0702.00.20 for seasonal entries; use General Statistical Note 6 approved standards for 'certified organic' reporting. Remains fresh per chapter exclusions for processed forms.
Fresh Heirloom Tomatoes
Colorful, round heirloom variety tomatoes prized for flavor, fresh harvested and chilled. Seasonal entry under HTS 0702.00.20 aligns with statistical notes for round tomatoes up to 0.9 kg. Excluded from processed categories like dried per chapter notes.