Fresh Peruvian Onions from Mexico
Fresh Peruvian onions, a sweet variety of Allium cepa bred for long storage but imported fresh/chilled, sometimes debated as long-day leeks. HTS 0703.90.00 applies if marketed as specialty alliums.
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
• Provide varietal documentation to justify 0703.90 over standard onion codes
• Ensure cold chain integrity for chilled imports to maintain classification
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests processing intent