Chilled Bibb Lettuce from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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