Certified Organic Heirloom Beefsteak Tomatoes

Rare heirloom variety beefsteak tomatoes, certified organic, round and ≤0.9 kg, chilled for off-season US market via HTS 0702.00.60.37. Qualifies under statistical note 2 for globe/slicing types imported November-February. Known for superior taste and texture.

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.

0709.60.40Higher: 35% vs 7.5%

If peppers misdeclared as tomatoes

Similar fresh produce like bell peppers have separate headings; misclassification common but audited.

0711.90Higher: 17.7% vs 7.5%

If treated with preservatives for transport

If preserved in brine or sulfur solutions (unsuitable for immediate consumption), shifts to heading 0711 per chapter note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include variety-specific organic certs; heirlooms may face extra scrutiny for pesticide residues

Pack in vented cartons to prevent chilling injury; maintain 10-13°C throughout transit

Declare exact quantities by statistical note category to match HTS reporting requirements