Butterhead Lettuce (Boston/Bibb) from Japan
Fresh butterhead lettuce with soft, buttery leaves forming loose heads, ideal for gourmet salads. Falls under HTS 0705.19.40.80 as 'other' fresh or chilled lettuce not specified elsewhere in the heading. Chilled but ready for direct retail sale.
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
• File FDA prior notice at least 2 hours before arrival for fresh produce imports
• Use ventilated crates to prevent excess moisture and rot during ocean freight
• Avoid mixing with other lettuce types in shipments to prevent cross-contamination claims