Fresh Butterhead Lettuce Heads
Butterhead lettuce (Lactuca sativa), such as Boston or Bibb varieties, with loose, tender leaves forming a soft, buttery head. Classified under HTS 0705.19.20.40 when entered fresh or chilled during June 1 to October 31, as it's a specific type of lettuce outside heading 0705.11 for cabbage lettuce.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as cabbage lettuce
Cabbage-type lettuces like iceberg fall under 0705.11 during the same seasonal period, based on head structure and density.
If preserved for transport with sulfur dioxide or brine
Treated solely for provisional preservation (unsuitable for immediate consumption) moves to Chapter 71 heading 0711.
If entered November 1 to May 31
Seasonal statistical suffix applies only June-Oct; off-season butterhead lettuce uses this non-seasonal code.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify entry date falls between June 1 and October 31 to qualify for this HTS; off-season shifts to 0705.19.50.00
• Obtain phytosanitary certificate confirming freedom from pests like aphids; provide country-of-origin documentation
• Avoid common pitfalls like packaging that causes wilting, ensuring produce remains fresh and chilled upon inspection
Related Products under HTS 0705.19.20.40
Chilled Boston Lettuce
Boston lettuce, a butterhead variety with soft, supple leaves ideal for salads, imported chilled to maintain freshness. Falls under HTS 0705.19.20.40 for butterhead lettuce entered fresh or chilled from June 1 to October 31.
Fresh Bibb Lettuce
Bibb lettuce, a premium butterhead type with small, cupped leaves and mild flavor, supplied fresh for market. HTS 0705.19.20.40 covers it during the specified summer/fall import window as fresh or chilled lettuce.
Organic Butterhead Lettuce
Certified organic butterhead lettuce grown without synthetic pesticides, fresh or chilled for health-conscious consumers. Qualifies for HTS 0705.19.20.40 when seasonally entered, with organic standards per General Note 6.
Baby Butterhead Lettuce
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.