Butterhead Head Lettuce
Butterhead lettuce features soft, buttery textured leaves forming loose heads, ideal for salads and wraps. Classified under HTS 0705.11.20.00 for fresh or chilled imports of head lettuce entered June 1 to October 31. It meets the criteria as cabbage lettuce (Lactuca sativa) in whole head form.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If off-season entry from November to May
Seasonal entry restriction shifts head lettuce to the non-quota subheading outside June-Oct.
If processed for retail as trimmed heads
Certain processed salad vegetables may fall under other vegetable headings if not purely fresh lettuce.
If frozen whole heads
Freezing changes it from fresh/chilled to frozen vegetables in Chapter 07.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm variety is head-forming butterhead (e.g
• Boston or Bibb); loose leaves reclassify to 0705.19
• Include commercial invoice detailing weight, origin, and entry date to avoid seasonal misclassification
• Watch for quota limits during peak season; excess may face higher duties or rejection
Related Products under HTS 0705.11.20.00
Iceberg Head Lettuce
Iceberg lettuce (Lactuca sativa var. capitata) is a crisp, round head lettuce with tightly packed pale green leaves, commonly used in salads and sandwiches. It falls under HTS 0705.11.20.00 when entered fresh or chilled between June 1 and October 31, as head lettuce during the specified seasonal period. This classification applies to imports of whole heads unsuitable for immediate consumption without further preparation.
Crisphead Cabbage Lettuce
Crisphead cabbage lettuce is a firm, dense-headed variety similar to iceberg, prized for its crunch in coleslaw and burgers. It is classified in HTS 0705.11.20.00 for fresh or chilled head lettuce imported during the June 1 to October 31 period. This ensures tariff rates apply specifically to seasonal cabbage lettuce imports.
Organic Iceberg Lettuce Heads
Certified organic iceberg lettuce heads are grown without synthetic pesticides, meeting USDA organic standards for fresh produce. Falls under HTS 0705.11.20.00 when entered fresh or chilled as head lettuce from June 1 to October 31. Statistical notes reference certified organic standards for accurate reporting.
Bibb Lettuce Heads
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.