San Marzano Roma Tomatoes from China
San Marzano Roma tomatoes, a premium Italian heirloom variety with thick flesh and few seeds, are classified as Roma (plum type) under HTS 0702.00.60.66 for fresh/chilled winter imports. Prized for pasta sauces, they must be oval-shaped to fit this code. Not to be confused with processed or dried forms.
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
• Confirm varietal identity via supplier certificates; ensure cold chain integrity to maintain fresh status; avoid bulk packaging that suggests processing intent