Fresh Kale Leaves
Fresh kale leaves (Brassica oleracea var. acephala) are harvested and chilled for market sale, belonging to the Brassica genus of edible brassicas. They fall under HTS 0704.90.40.55 as 'other' similar edible brassicas, fresh or chilled, excluding heading varieties like cabbage or cauliflower.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If treated with sulfur dioxide or brine for provisional preservation
Vegetables preserved solely for transport under heading 0711, unsuitable for immediate consumption.
If destined for immediate retail sale in modified atmosphere packaging
Statistical breakout for retail-packed brassicas, but core classification remains under 0704 if fresh/chilled.
If dried or dehydrated
Dried brassicas like kale chips or powder fall under Chapter 11 for flours and vegetable products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the product is fresh or chilled and remains suitable for immediate consumption; otherwise, it shifts to heading 0711
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming no treatment beyond chilling to prevent reclassification as preserved vegetables
• Label clearly as 'fresh kale' with country of origin to comply with FDA import requirements and avoid common inspection delays
Related Products under HTS 0704.90.40.55
Fresh Collard Greens
Fresh collard greens (Brassica oleracea var. viridis) are leafy brassica vegetables chilled post-harvest for freshness. Classified under HTS 0704.90.40.55 as 'other' edible brassicas similar to kale, fresh or chilled.
Fresh Kohlrabi Bulbs
Fresh kohlrabi (Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes) bulbs are stem vegetables from the brassica family, fresh or chilled. HTS 0704.90.40.55 covers them as 'other' edible brassicas beyond cabbages or cauliflower.
Fresh Turnip Greens
Fresh turnip greens (Brassica rapa subsp. rapa) are leafy tops from the brassica subspecies, chilled for retail. They qualify under HTS 0704.90.40.55 as similar edible brassicas, fresh or chilled.
Fresh Brussels Sprouts on Stalk
Fresh Brussels sprouts (Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera) on the stalk are chilled whole for market. As edible brassicas similar to kale, they fit HTS 0704.90.40.55 'other' category, fresh or chilled.
Fresh Chinese Kale (Gai Lan)
Fresh Chinese kale or gai lan (Brassica oleracea var. alboglabra) is an Asian brassica leaf vegetable, fresh or chilled. It classifies under HTS 0704.90.40.55 as 'similar edible brassicas' like kale.
Fresh Mizuna Leaves
Fresh mizuna (Brassica rapa var. nipposinica) are feathery Japanese brassica greens, chilled fresh. HTS 0704.90.40.55 includes them as similar edible brassicas to kale, fresh or chilled.