Vine-Ripened Beefsteak Greenhouse Tomatoes

Premium round beefsteak tomatoes ripened on the vine in greenhouses, each up to 0.9 kg as defined in statistical note 2 for HTS 0702.00.4027. Entered fresh or chilled during the July 15-August 31 window, these are marketed for their flavor and size.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0702.00.20Same rate: 7.5%

If Roma/plum type rather than round globe

Shape distinction excludes plum varieties from statistical note 2's round tomato definition.

0711.90Higher: 17.7% vs 7.5%

If provisionally preserved in brine for transport

Preservation treatment per chapter note to 0711 makes them unsuitable for immediate consumption.

0702.00.40Same rate: 7.5%

If not strictly 'round' per note 2 specs

Slightly irregular shapes fall into adjacent 'other' greenhouse tomato subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document greenhouse production with grower certificates to distinguish from field tomatoes

Ensure cold chain integrity; temperature logs prevent claims of deterioration leading to duty disputes

Check for seasonal quota applicability, as high-volume shipments may hit temporary restraints

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