Bibb Lettuce Heads from China
Bibb lettuce forms small, loose heads with tender, cupped leaves perfect for gourmet salads. Classified under HTS 0705.11.20.00 for fresh or chilled head lettuce entered June 1-October 31. As a butterhead-type cabbage lettuce, it fits the precise definition.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Specify 'head lettuce' on entry summary to avoid reclassification as other lettuce
• Monitor cold chain integrity; warming can lead to spoilage and rejection at entry
• Be aware of seasonal quotas that may limit volume under this tariff line