Fresh Red Leaf Lettuce from Japan
Fresh red leaf lettuce (Lactuca sativa) features loose, ruffled leaves with deep red outer edges and green inner leaves, harvested fresh or chilled. It falls under HTS 0705.19.20.60 as red leaf lettuce entered between June 1 and October 31. This variety is prized for salads due to its crisp texture and mild, nutty flavor.
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
• Verify entry date falls between June 1 and October 31 to qualify under this HTS code; off-season shipments shift to other subheadings
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming pest-free status and fresh/chilled condition (not frozen or processed) to avoid reclassification
• Label shipments clearly as 'red leaf lettuce' with country of origin; common pitfalls include inadequate cooling leading to spoilage claims