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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
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+20.0%20%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

0705.11.20Same rate: 20%

If hydro iceberg

Variety determines, not production method.

0711.90Higher: 20.2% vs 20%

If nutrient-preserved

Preservatives shift classification.

0709.99.45Higher: 58.8% vs 20%

If herb mix

Predominant ingredient rules blends.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Growing method doesn't affect classification; declare as 'hydroponic' for traceability

โ€ข Cleaner product; faster CBP clearance but verify nutrient solutions

โ€ข Roots often intact; trim pre-entry if required