Organic Butterhead Lettuce from China
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.
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
• Provide USDA NOP or equivalent organic certificate matching statistical note standards
• Segregate organic from conventional to avoid cross-contamination claims during inspection
• Confirm no prohibited substances via lab tests if challenged by customs