Baby Spinach Mix Lettuce Blend from Japan
Fresh baby lettuce blended with spinach for mesclun-style mixes, primarily Lactuca sativa. Classifies under HTS 0705.19.40 if lettuce predominant, fresh/chilled.
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
• Prove >50% lettuce content via lab analysis for correct heading
• Clamshell packaging must list ingredients; comply with FSIS labeling
• High respiration rate; use MAP (modified atmosphere packaging)