Butterhead Head Lettuce from Canada
Butterhead lettuce features soft, buttery textured leaves in loose heads, ideal for salads and wraps. Classified under HTS 0705.11.40.00 as 'other' head lettuce (cabbage lettuce), fresh or chilled, it represents varieties beyond specific statistical breaks like iceberg or mini heads.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Label shipments clearly as 'fresh/chilled head lettuce' to avoid reclassification as preserved goods
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for perishable produce imports into the US
• Check for seasonal quotas or restrictions on lettuce imports from certain countries like Mexico