Iceberg Head Lettuce from Germany

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.

Duty Rate — Germany → 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

Verify entry date falls between June 1 and October 31 to qualify under this HTS code; otherwise, it shifts to 0705.11.40.00

Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests like lettuce aphid, required for USDA clearance

Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as leaf lettuce, which changes classification to 0705.19

Iceberg Head Lettuce from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0705.11.20.00