Romaine Lettuce Heads from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
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)
Import Tips
• 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