Fresh Roma Plum Tomatoes
Roma plum tomatoes are elongated, firm-fleshed tomatoes ideal for sauces, canning, and cooking, harvested fresh or chilled. They classify under HTS 0702.00.4066 as fresh or chilled Roma (plum type) tomatoes entered July 15 to August 31. Their oval shape and low water content distinguish them from round globe varieties.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If entered outside July 15-August 31 period
Seasonal timing shifts Roma tomatoes to the non-seasonal fresh/chilled category under the same chapter.
If frozen rather than fresh or chilled
Frozen tomatoes move to Chapter 71 for provisionally preserved vegetables, no longer suitable for HTS 0702.
If dried for preservation
Dried tomatoes are classified as dehydrated vegetables in heading 0712, excluding fresh/chilled forms.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify entry date falls within July 15 to August 31 to avoid reclassification; obtain phytosanitary certificates proving fresh/chilled state
• Inspect for bruising or overripeness to prevent rejection at customs
Related Products under HTS 0702.00.40.66
Organic Roma Plum Tomatoes
Certified organic Roma plum tomatoes grown without synthetic pesticides, perfect for premium sauces and gourmet canning. They fall under HTS 0702.00.4066 due to their fresh/chilled state, plum type, and seasonal entry window from July 15 to August 31. Organic certification must meet General Statistical Note 6 standards.
San Marzano Roma Tomatoes
San Marzano Roma tomatoes, a premium Italian heirloom variety with thick flesh and few seeds, used in authentic pasta sauces. Classified in HTS 0702.00.4066 as fresh/chilled Roma (plum type) during the July 15-August 31 period. Their specific plum shape excludes them from round tomato subheadings.
Bulk Pack Roma Plum Tomatoes
Bulk-packed fresh Roma plum tomatoes in 25kg crates for commercial food processing into pastes and salsas. HTS 0702.00.4066 applies to these chilled plum types entered July 15-August 31, unsuitable for round tomato stats. Packaging is for transport, not retail.
Vine-Ripened Roma Tomatoes
Vine-ripened Roma plum tomatoes picked at peak maturity for superior flavor in fresh salsas or cooking. They are fresh or chilled Roma type under HTS 0702.00.4066 for July 15-August 31 entries. Vine attachment confirms harvest freshness, distinguishing from stored fruit.
Field-Grown Roma Plum Tomatoes
Field-grown Roma plum tomatoes from open-air farms, valued for robust flavor in canning. Classified HTS 0702.00.4066 as fresh/chilled plum type during the specified summer window. Contrasts with greenhouse round varieties in statistical notes.
Super Roma Hybrid Tomatoes
Super Roma hybrid plum tomatoes bred for disease resistance and high yield in sauce production. HTS 0702.00.4066 covers these fresh/chilled entries July 15-August 31 as Roma type. Hybrids maintain plum shape per statistical definitions.