Fresh Heirloom Tomatoes from China
Heirloom tomatoes are open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties with unique colors and flavors, classified as fresh or chilled under HTS 0702.00.40 when entered July 15-August 31. They remain vegetables per tariff schedule despite culinary versatility.
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
• Document varietal name and origin; heirlooms may face stricter traceability for GMO claims
• Ensure cold chain integrity with reefer container temps 4-10°C to maintain fresh status