Summer Crisp Lettuce from China
Fresh summer crisp lettuce (Lactuca sativa), heat-tolerant hybrid with upright growth, chilled June-October import. Under HTS 0705.19.20 as seasonal 'other' lettuce. Bred for warm climates, firm texture.
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
• Ideal for counter-seasonal imports from southern hemisphere
• Resistant to bolting; still requires rapid customs clearance
• Organic claims need USDA NOP certification equivalence