Fresh White Cauliflower Heads

Large, firm heads of white cauliflower (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis) harvested at peak maturity, fresh or chilled for import. Classified under HTS 0704.10.20.00 when entered between June 5 and October 15 due to seasonal restrictions on this edible brassica.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+35.0%37.5%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇩🇪Germany2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇯🇵Japan2.5%+10.0%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0704.10.40.00Higher: 45% vs 37.5%

If entered outside June 5 to October 15 period

Seasonal entry restriction moves cauliflower to the off-season subheading in the same heading.

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 37.5%

If provisionally preserved in brine or sulfur water for transport

Treated solely for provisional preservation during storage/transport, unsuitable for immediate consumption.

0804.50.40Lower: 25% vs 37.5%

If processed into cauliflower florets for retail sale

Further processing beyond fresh/chilled state changes classification to fresh cauliflowers in Chapter 8.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify entry date falls within June 5 to October 15; off-season imports shift to 0704.10.40.00

Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming fresh/chilled state and freedom from pests

Avoid common pitfalls like improper cooling leading to spoilage claims at customs