Hydroponic Green Leaf Lettuce from China
Hydroponically grown green leaf lettuce (Lactuca sativa) without soil, featuring clean, vibrant loose leaves, fresh or chilled. Classified in HTS 0705.19.20.60 for June-October entries as green leaf lettuce. Grown in controlled environments for consistent quality.
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 hydroponic certification if claiming pesticide-free; doesn't change HTS but aids marketing
• Maintain strict cold chain (0-4°C); temperature breaches can lead to rejection as 'not fresh'