Fresh Red Sweet Onions (Vidalia-style)

Mild, sweet red onions similar to Vidalia but with red skins, grown in specific soils for low pungency, chilled post-harvest. Fits HTS 0703.10.40.55 as red variety onions, fresh or chilled, not qualifying for geographical indications. Popular for caramelizing and raw eating.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0703.10.30.00Same rate: 35%

If for dehydration or processing

Processing intent may trigger different statistical breakouts.

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 35%

If chilled in preservative solutions for storage

Preservation method per 0711 note makes them unsuitable for immediate consumption.

0703.10Same rate: 35%

If skin determined non-red by customs

Visual inspection could relegate to general 'other onions' if not distinctly red.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure no pesticide residues exceed EPA tolerances with lab testing reports

Use NAICS code 111219 for statistical reporting on entry forms

Avoid mixing red and non-red onions in same shipment to prevent reclassification

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