Heirloom Beefsteak Greenhouse Tomatoes from China

Rare heirloom variety round tomatoes grown in greenhouses, up to 0.9 kg each per statistical note 2, under HTS 0702.00.4027 for July-August imports. Fresh or chilled, valued for unique flavors and colors.

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

Include variety certificates to support heirloom claims, aiding in quality inspections

Package in ventilated crates to prevent bruising, which could trigger rejection at port

Beware of varietal mislabeling; incorrect specs risk reclassification to cheaper cherry tomato rates