Romaine Lettuce Heads
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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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as 'head lettuce' variety
Head lettuce like iceberg has its own specific subheading under 0705.11 for distinct market recognition.
If treated for provisional preservation like in ice or chilled brine
Vegetables preserved solely for transport (e.g., iced) move to Chapter 71, unsuitable for immediate consumption.
If entered November 1 to May 31
Seasonal entry periods split duties; off-season imports fall under different statistical suffix.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify entry date falls between June 1 and October 31 using bill of lading; seasonal restrictions apply to protect domestic growers
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests like aphids or leafminers common in lettuce
• Avoid misdeclaration as 'head lettuce' (0705.11) to prevent reclassification and penalties
Related Products under HTS 0705.19.20.80
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.
Oakleaf Lettuce
Fresh or chilled Oakleaf lettuce, named for its lobed leaves resembling oak, a specialty salad green. HTS 0705.19.20.80 applies to this 'other' lettuce variety during the specified seasonal entry period.
Lollo Rosso Lettuce
Curly, red-tinged Lollo Rosso lettuce, fresh or chilled, a frilly Italian variety for gourmet salads. Enters under 0705.19.20.80 as other lettuce in the June-October timeframe.
Batavia Lettuce
Fresh Batavia (Summer Crisp) lettuce, a hybrid with crisp leaves, chilled for market. HTS 0705.19.20.80 for other lettuce entered June-Oct.
Salad Bowl Lettuce
Loose-leaf Salad Bowl lettuce mix-ready, fresh/chilled, under seasonal other lettuce HTS.
Little Gem Lettuce
Mini semi-head Little Gem lettuce, fresh, seasonal import.