Batavia Lettuce from China
Fresh Batavia lettuce, a summer crisp hybrid with crunchy leaves and mild flavor. HTS 0705.19.40 for this other lettuce type, fresh or chilled.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Hybrid nature doesn't change classification; declare botanical name if queried
• Ideal transit temp 0.5-2°C; use hydrocooling pre-shipment
• Bulk imports common; ensure weight declarations match statistical notes