Baby Romaine Lettuce Bunches
Smaller baby romaine lettuce plants, fresh or chilled, classified under HTS 0705.19.20.20 for June-October imports. These immature heads of Lactuca sativa provide tender leaves ideal for salads.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If loose-leaf varieties like leaf lettuce
Baby romaine's upright habit differs from loose-leaf types in 0705.19.30.
If pre-washed and bagged
Retail-ready washed salad mixes fall under other vegetables if value-added.
If dried for longer storage
Drying baby romaine excludes fresh/chilled, moving to provisionally preserved.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm immature size doesn't qualify as 'cut'; whole plants stay in 0705
• Use ventilated crates to prevent wilting during transit, maintaining 'fresh' status
• Avoid bundling with other greens; mixed packs may reclassify under 0714
Related Products under HTS 0705.19.20.20
Fresh Romaine Lettuce Heads
Romaine lettuce heads (Lactuca sativa var. longifolia), fresh or chilled, entered between June 1 and October 31, classified under HTS 0705.19.20.20 due to their crisp leaves and upright growth suitable for Caesar salads. This code applies specifically to romaine during the summer peak season when domestic supply is high.
Chilled Romaine Lettuce Bulk Packs
Bulk packs of chilled romaine lettuce harvested fresh and cooled to extend shelf life, specifically for imports during June-October under HTS 0705.19.20.20. This covers whole heads of Lactuca sativa romaine, not processed beyond chilling.
Organic Romaine Lettuce Heads
Certified organic romaine lettuce heads, fresh or chilled, entered June 1 to October 31 under HTS 0705.19.20.20. Grown without synthetic pesticides per USDA NOP standards, but classification remains based on botanical type and season.
Hydroponic Romaine Lettuce
Romaine lettuce grown hydroponically without soil, fresh or chilled for summer imports under HTS 0705.19.20.20. Classification focuses on botanical identity (Lactuca sativa) regardless of growing method.
Romaine Lettuce for Caesar Salad Kits
Whole fresh romaine heads destined for Caesar salad preparation, chilled and entered June-October under HTS 0705.19.20.20. Remains classified as fresh lettuce despite end-use intent.
Romaine Lettuce Loose Leaves
Fresh loose outer leaves of romaine lettuce, trimmed but whole, chilled for June-October entry under HTS 0705.19.20.20. Still classified as fresh lettuce if not further processed.