Certified Organic California Softneck Garlic Bulbs

Fresh whole bulbs of softneck garlic varieties grown in California, certified organic under USDA standards. These are harvested at peak maturity and chilled for freshness, classified under HTS 0703.20.00.05 due to their whole bulb form and organic certification without processing.

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.

0712.90.40Higher: 64.8% vs 35%

If dried or dehydrated

Dried garlic bulbs or powder fall under Chapter 07 heading 0712 for dried vegetables, excluding fresh forms.

0703.20.00Same rate: 35%

If peeled but still whole bulbs

Peeled fresh garlic bulbs are specifically classified under the subheading for peeled garlic.

2005Lower: 21.2% vs 35%

If pickled or preserved

Garlic preserved in vinegar or acetic acid moves to Chapter 20 for preserved vegetables.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify USDA NOP organic certification and include Certificate of Analysis with shipment to prove compliance

Ensure bulbs remain whole and unpeeled; any peeling shifts to HTS 0703.20.0025

Maintain cold chain under 7°C during transit to preserve 'fresh or chilled' status and avoid reclassification