Organic Romaine Lettuce Heads from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include USDA organic certificate or equivalent per General Statistical Note 6 for statistical reporting
• Test for pesticide residues; organic claims require compliance with import residue limits
• Document soil and harvest practices to prevent disputes over 'fresh' status