Butterhead Head Lettuce from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• 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