Joi Choi Bok Choy Heads from China
Joi Choi is a hybrid bok choy variety with thick white stalks and glossy dark green leaves, imported fresh or chilled. It qualifies under HTS 0704.90.4015 as a similar edible brassica akin to kohlrabi or kale.
Duty Rate — China → United States
55%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Use ISF filing 24 hours prior to loading for smooth entry of perishables like bok choy
• Test for pesticide residues; exceedances trigger FDA detention without prior lab results
• Declare country of origin accurately—Asian origins often face stricter pest inspections