Green Leaf Lettuce from China

Fresh green leaf lettuce bunches with tender, ruffled leaves used in sandwiches and salads. HTS 0705.19.40 covers this non-iceberg, non-head variety lettuce, fresh or chilled.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)

Import Tips

Secure APHIS permit if from pest-risk countries; inspect for thrips or aphids

Package in 12-20 lb cartons with ice for optimal humidity control

Avoid washing pre-import to prevent bacterial growth; declare as 'fresh unwashed'