Fresh Roma Tomatoes
Roma tomatoes, also known as plum tomatoes, are elongated, firm-fleshed varieties ideal for sauces and canning. They are imported fresh or chilled during the peak summer period from July 15 to August 31, classifying under HTS 0702.00.40.92 as 'other' tomatoes not meeting specific size or organic criteria. These tomatoes are not round/globe types weighing up to 0.9 kg.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If certified organic
Organic tomatoes, even Roma varieties, are reported under specific organic statistical suffixes.
If entered outside July 15-August 31 period
Seasonal entry restrictions move non-peak imports to the general 'other' fresh tomatoes subheading.
If frozen rather than fresh/chilled
Frozen tomatoes fall under Chapter 71 for provisionally preserved vegetables.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify entry date falls between July 15 and August 31; off-season shipments shift to other subheadings
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming freshness and freedom from pests like tomato leaf miner
• Avoid misclassification as round tomatoes by documenting shape and weight exceeding 0.9 kg
Related Products under HTS 0702.00.40.92
Fresh Cherry Tomatoes
Small, round cherry tomatoes weighing under 0.9 kg, imported fresh or chilled during late summer. Classified under HTS 0702.00.40.92 as 'other' due to entry timing and not fitting round tomato statistical notes precisely. They are unsuitable for the globe/slicing categories.
Fresh Heirloom Tomatoes
Varied heirloom tomato varieties with irregular shapes and colors, imported fresh during July-August. Falls under HTS 0702.00.40.92 as 'other' tomatoes not conforming to standard round or size specs. These are specialty fresh market items.
Fresh Beefsteak Tomatoes
Large beefsteak tomatoes often exceeding 0.9 kg, entered fresh or chilled in late summer. HTS 0702.00.40.92 covers them as 'other' since they surpass round tomato weight limits. Used for slicing despite size.
Fresh Grape Tomatoes
Oblong grape tomatoes imported fresh in clusters during July-August window. Classified HTS 0702.00.40.92 as non-round 'other' tomatoes. Popular for snacking and salads.
Fresh Yellow Pear Tomatoes
Small, pear-shaped yellow tomatoes imported chilled in summer. HTS 0702.00.40.92 as 'other' due to non-round shape during specified entry period. Niche variety for gourmet markets.
Fresh San Marzano Tomatoes
Italian-style San Marzano plum tomatoes, firm and seedless, entered fresh July-August. Under HTS 0702.00.40.92 as 'other' elongated tomatoes. Prized for pasta sauces.