Fresh Roma Tomatoes from China
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.
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
• Verify entry date falls within Nov 15 to Feb end to qualify for this HTS; off-season shifts to higher duty codes
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming fresh/chilled condition and pest-free status from origin country
• Avoid common pitfalls like chill damage; maintain cold chain to prevent reclassification as unfit for immediate consumption