Fresh Red Pearl Onions from Mexico
Vibrant red-skinned pearl onions, 12-16 mm in diameter, fresh or chilled and popular in gourmet cooking. Classified under HTS 0703.10.30.00 for their small size meeting pearl onion criteria in the alliaceous vegetables chapter.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Conduct random diameter checks on shipments; red varieties often vary slightly in size during growth
• Include country-of-origin labeling and ensure refrigeration logs for chilled status compliance
• Avoid bundling with larger onions in same container to prevent commingling and classification disputes