Fresh California Grown Garlic

Firm, white garlic bulbs harvested in California, fresh or chilled with intact roots. Classified in HTS 0703.20.00.90 for 'other' garlic excluding elephant types. Popular for its pungent aroma in American cuisine.

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.

0703.10.20.00Same rate: 35%

If certified organic elephant garlic

Organic elephant garlic has dedicated statistical notes and subheadings.

0910.99.40.00Lower: 10.9% vs 35%

If crushed or ground into spice

Processed garlic forms like flakes are spices under Chapter 09.

1105.10.00.00Same rate: 35%

If garlic flour from milling

Flour of garlic is classified under Chapter 11 for vegetable flours.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Even for US-grown, check for re-export documentation if transshipped internationally

Maintain temperatures below 10°C to preserve freshness and avoid sprouting

Document varietal details to distinguish from specialty garlic subheadings