Baby Butterhead Lettuce from Mexico
Immature baby butterhead lettuce heads, smaller and more tender, harvested early for gourmet salads. Remains under HTS 0705.19.20.40 as fresh/chilled butterhead during June-Oct period.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify 'baby' size (<150g/head) in invoices to match statistical definitions if applicable
• Use hydrocooling immediately post-harvest to extend shelf life during transit
• Avoid trimming leaves pre-import; whole heads preferred for classification