Yellow Onions
Fresh yellow onions (Allium cepa), commonly used in cooking for their mild flavor and versatility in salads, soups, and stir-fries. Classified under HTS 0703.10.40.68 as 'other' onions, fresh or chilled, excluding shallots and specific varieties like red onions in separate subheadings.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If treated for provisional preservation with sulfur dioxide or brine
Vegetables preserved solely for transport or storage, unsuitable for immediate consumption, fall under heading 0711 per chapter notes.
If specifically red onions
Red onions have a dedicated subheading within 'other onions,' separate from the general 'other' category.
If shallots instead of onions
Shallots (Allium ascalonicum) are classified separately from onions under 0703.20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify onions are fresh or chilled, not dried or frozen, to avoid reclassification under Chapter 07 or 71
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests like onion maggots, required for USDA clearance
• Ensure proper labeling of country of origin and variety to prevent customs disputes on 'other onions' category
Related Products under HTS 0703.10.40.68
White Onions
Fresh white onions, known for their crisp texture and pungent flavor, ideal for salsas, grilling, and raw preparations. Falls under HTS 0703.10.40.68 as fresh or chilled 'other' onions, distinct from shallots or specific colored varieties.
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.
Spanish Onions
Large fresh Spanish onions, valued for storage life and use in stews and roasts. Classified as 'other' onions under HTS 0703.10.40.68 when fresh or chilled.
Boiler Onions
Fresh boiler onions, small to medium-sized, perfect for soups and boiling. HTS 0703.10.40.68 includes these as fresh or chilled 'other' onions.
Organic Yellow Onions
Certified organic fresh yellow onions grown without synthetic pesticides, appealing to health-conscious markets. Under HTS 0703.10.40.68 as 'other' fresh or chilled onions, with statistical note for certified organic.
Bermuda Onions
Fresh Bermuda onions, mild and sweet, suited for raw eating and salads. Classified in HTS 0703.10.40.68 for fresh or chilled 'other' onions.