Hydroponic Romaine Lettuce from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• No special docs for hydroponic; treat as standard fresh with phytosanitary cert
• Rinse residues from nutrient solutions to meet MRLs for contaminants
• Label as 'hydroponic romaine' optional but helps traceability