0705.11.20.00/Iceberg Head Lettuce/Japan

Iceberg Head Lettuce from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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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