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Hydroponic Butter Lettuce

Fresh hydroponically grown butter lettuce heads, soil-less cultivation. Still HTS 0705.19.40 as fresh/chilled other lettuce; growing method irrelevant.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

More Specific Codes

This product may fall under a more specific subheading:

0705.19.40.20Romaine lettuce
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0705.19.40.40Butterhead lettuce
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0705.19.40.60Red and green leaf lettuce
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0705.19.40.80Other
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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0705.11.20Same rate: 17.5%

If hydro iceberg

Variety determines, not production method.

0711.90Higher: 17.7% vs 17.5%

If nutrient-preserved

Preservatives shift classification.

0709.99.45Higher: 56.3% vs 17.5%

If herb mix

Predominant ingredient rules blends.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Growing method doesn't affect classification; declare as 'hydroponic' for traceability

• Cleaner product; faster CBP clearance but verify nutrient solutions

• Roots often intact; trim pre-entry if required

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