Fresh Nine-Striped Onions (Jiu Cai) from Mexico
Fresh nine-striped onions (Allium mongolicum), a wild Chinese variety with striped leaves, used in traditional cuisine. They qualify under HTS 0703.90.0020 as green onions from species other than Allium cepa.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
30%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Conduct species verification via botanical certificates to confirm non-Allium cepa status during customs exam
• Comply with USDA APHIS import permits for alliaceous vegetables from quarantined regions
• Watch for pesticide residue limits; EU-sourced may need extra testing to meet US MRLs