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
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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'