Romaine Lettuce Heads from Japan
Fresh or chilled romaine lettuce heads (Lactuca sativa), upright and leafy, entered June through October. Falls under HTS 0705.19.20 as 'other' lettuce during the specified seasonal window, not fitting precise head or leaf categories. Ideal for Caesar salads and fresh market sales.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly with variety and entry date; CBP may inspect for seasonal applicability
• Ensure compliance with USDA APHIS import requirements, including pest risk analysis for foreign regions
• Avoid any dehydration or wilting that could trigger provisional preservation rules under 0711