Fresh Roma Tomatoes from China
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.
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
• Measure representative samples to confirm average weight ≤0.9 kg for correct statistical note application
• Use ventilated crates to prevent moisture buildup, aiding proof of fresh/chilled condition
• Avoid declaring as 'paste tomatoes' which might trigger scrutiny for processing intent