Fresh Globe Tomatoes from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
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Import Tips
• Verify entry date falls within March 1-July 14 or September 1-November 14 to qualify under this code; off-season entries shift to other subheadings
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting country confirming pest-free status, as tomatoes are subject to strict USDA APHIS inspections
• Label clearly with country of origin and variety; avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring weight or shape which could trigger reclassification