Romaine Lettuce Heads from Japan
Fresh romaine lettuce heads (Lactuca sativa var. longifolia) are crisp, elongated leaves harvested whole for salads and wraps. Classified under HTS 0705.19.40 as other lettuce varieties excluding iceberg, fresh or chilled, not suitable for immediate consumption without preparation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates from origin country confirming lettuce is free of pests like leafminers
• Maintain cold chain at 0-4°C during transit to prevent wilting and comply with FDA fresh produce safety rules
• Declare exact variety as 'romaine' to avoid misclassification as iceberg under 0705.11