Chilled Bibb Lettuce from Japan
Bibb lettuce is a smaller, tender butterhead variety (Lactuca sativa) with delicate, cupped leaves ideal for salads. It enters under HTS 0705.19.4040 specifically for fresh or chilled butterhead lettuce, excluding heading varieties.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Use refrigerated containers to keep temperatures at 0-2°C, preventing spoilage and duty disputes
• Provide origin certificates confirming variety as butterhead to match statistical reporting
• Inspect for yellowing leaves upon arrival, as discoloration may lead to rejection or reclassification