Red Leaf Lettuce from China
Fresh red leaf lettuce (Lactuca sativa), with burgundy-tinged leaves, chilled and entered June 1-October 31. HTS 0705.19.20 covers this 'other' lettuce during summer months when domestic supply is low. Adds color to salad mixes.
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
• Color variation doesn't affect classification; focus on freshness and timing documentation
• Comply with FSMA traceability rules for leafy greens, including lot coding
• Avoid plastic wrapping that implies retail packaging under statistical notes