Fresh Romaine Lettuce Heads from China
Romaine lettuce heads (Lactuca sativa var. longifolia) are fresh or chilled compact heads with elongated, crisp leaves, ideal for Caesar salads. Classified under HTS 0705.19.40.20 as fresh or chilled lettuce other than iceberg or cabbage types, specifically romaine. They remain suitable for immediate consumption without further preservation.
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 phytosanitary certificates from exporting countries to comply with USDA APHIS requirements for fresh produce
• Ensure temperature logs during transit to maintain 'fresh or chilled' status and avoid reclassification as provisionally preserved
• Label clearly as 'Romaine Lettuce' to match HTS description and prevent customs disputes on variety