Sweet Onions

Fresh sweet onions such as Vidalia or Walla Walla varieties, prized for low sulfur content and mild taste in raw or caramelized dishes. HTS 0703.10.40.68 covers these as 'other' fresh or chilled onions.

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.

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 35%

If treated solely for provisional preservation during transport

Chapter note specifies 0711 for vegetables preserved but not ready for immediate consumption.

0703.10.30.00Same rate: 35%

If in bulk for processing

Onions in bulk, not for retail, may fall under different statistical breaks within 'other' onions.

0709.60Lower: 10% vs 35%

If peppers erroneously shipped with onions

Peppers are under 0709; misidentification leads to different fresh vegetable headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain import permits from APHIS if from quarantined regions to prevent introduction of diseases like white rot

Use ventilated packaging to maintain freshness and comply with post-entry quarantine rules

Document varietal names to justify 'other onions' classification over specific types