Fresh White Pearl Onions
Small, round white onions measuring 10-15 mm in diameter, harvested fresh and chilled for market sale. These qualify under HTS 0703.10.30.00 as pearl onions not over 16 mm, distinct from larger bulb onions due to their petite size and uniform shape.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| π²π½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π¨π¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π©πͺGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π―π΅Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If provisionally preserved in brine or sulfur solution for transport
Preserved onions unsuitable for immediate consumption fall under heading 0711 for temporarily preserved vegetables.
If diameter exceeds 16 mm
Larger onions are classified separately under the 'other' onion category beyond pearl size limits.
If classified as shallots rather than pearl onions
Shallots have a distinct clustered bulb structure, shifting to specific shallot subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Verify onion diameter does not exceed 16 mm with measurements at entry to avoid reclassification to 0703.10.20.00
β’ Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming fresh/chilled condition and pest-free status from origin country
β’ Label clearly as 'pearl onions' to distinguish from standard onions; watch for common mismeasurement pitfalls
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Organic Fresh Pearl Onions
Certified organic pearl onions under 16 mm, grown without synthetic pesticides, fresh or chilled. Fits HTS 0703.10.30.00 as small-diameter onions per chapter notes on fresh alliaceous vegetables.
French Gourmet Pearl Onions
Premium French-grown pearl onions, 8-14 mm diameter, fresh/chilled for cocktail garnishes and pickling prep. HTS 0703.10.30.00 applies to these small onions not exceeding 16 mm.
Heirloom Purple Pearl Onions
Rare heirloom purple pearl onions, 11-15 mm, fresh/chilled with mild flavor. Classified HTS 0703.10.30.00 based on size as pearl onions.
Chilled Cocktail Pearl Onions
Tiny chilled pearl onions 10-15 mm for martini garnishes, fresh from harvest. Under HTS 0703.10.30.00 as chilled small onions per alliaceous fresh/chilled provisions.
Baby White Pearl Onions Bulk
Bulk-packed baby white pearl onions under 16 mm, fresh for wholesale. HTS 0703.10.30.00 for pearl onions in fresh/chilled state, ideal for food processors.