Fresh Roma Tomatoes

Roma tomatoes, also known as plum tomatoes, are fresh, chilled, oval-shaped tomatoes typically weighing under 0.9 kg, imported during the seasonal quota period from November 15 to February end. They fall under HTS 0702.00.60 due to their fresh or chilled state and entry timing, distinguishing them from off-season imports or processed forms.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFreeโ€”Free
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFreeโ€”Free
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFreeโ€”Free
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFreeโ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0702.00.40Same rate: 7.5%

If entered outside November 15 to February period

Off-season fresh tomatoes fall under a different seasonal subheading with potentially higher duties.

0710Higher: 24% vs 7.5%

If frozen

Frozen tomatoes are preserved vegetables under Chapter 71, not fresh/chilled.

0712.90.40Higher: 64.8% vs 7.5%

If dried

Dried tomatoes are excluded from Chapter 7 fresh produce and classified as dehydrated vegetables.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Verify entry date falls within Nov 15 to Feb end to qualify for this HTS; off-season shifts to higher duty codes

โ€ข Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming fresh/chilled condition and pest-free status from origin country

โ€ข Avoid common pitfalls like chill damage; maintain cold chain to prevent reclassification as unfit for immediate consumption