Butterhead Lettuce
Fresh or chilled Butterhead (Boston or Bibb) lettuce, soft-leaved variety, imported in the summer/fall window. Falls under HTS 0705.19.20.80 as 'other' lettuce during June-October, distinguishing it from off-season or specific head types.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If entered outside June-Oct period
Duty rates differ by season to align with U.S. harvest; winter imports use separate suffix.
If wilted or unfit but still fresh
Other fresh vegetables not elsewhere specified might shift if lettuce doesn't meet crisp criteria.
If frozen
Frozen vegetables (even if thawed) classify under Chapter 07 frozen provisions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label clearly as 'other lettuce' and avoid generic 'leafy greens' to match HTS description precisely
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for fresh produce via ACE system at least 2 hours before arrival
• Inspect for E. coli risks; provide lab tests if from regions with contamination history
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Fresh heads of Romaine lettuce (Lactuca sativa), a crisp leafy green variety, entered during the peak U.S. growing season from June 1 to October 31. Classified under HTS 0705.19.20.80 as 'other' lettuce that is fresh or chilled, not specifically head lettuce or tableless types entered outside seasonal periods.
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