Crispino Head Lettuce from Japan
Crispino is a hybrid head lettuce with crunchy leaves and good disease resistance, used in commercial farming for fresh market salads. It is categorized under HTS 0705.11.40.00 for 'other' fresh or chilled head lettuce, fitting standard cabbage lettuce not in mini or specific variety stats.
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
Import Tips
• Use refrigerated containers to maintain chill chain; temperature logs help prove 'chilled' status
• Ensure country of origin labeling and variety declaration for traceability
• Beware of pesticide residue limits; test samples to prevent FDA holds