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Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) and chicory (Cichorium spp.), fresh or chilled: > Chicory: > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 0705.29.00.00
Fresh Radicchio
Radicchio is a vibrant red variety of chicory (Cichorium spp.) with crisp, bitter leaves commonly used in salads. It is classified under HTS 0705.29.00.00 as fresh or chilled 'other' chicory, distinct from witloof chicory. This heading covers all fresh chicory types excluding specific endive varieties.
Fresh Sugarloaf Chicory
Sugarloaf chicory features elongated, pale green leaves with mild flavor, a Cichorium intybus variety ideal for raw salads. It falls under HTS 0705.29.00.00 as fresh or chilled 'other' chicory, encompassing non-witloof types. This ensures uniform tariff treatment for diverse chicory forms.
Chilled Treviso Radicchio
Treviso radicchio is a long, slender red chicory variety (Cichorium intybus) chilled for extended shelf life in gourmet markets. Classified in HTS 0705.29.00.00 for fresh or chilled 'other' chicory, it excludes dried or preserved forms. This supports its use in Italian cuisine like risotto.
Fresh Catalogna Chicory
Catalogna chicory, or puntarelle, consists of dandelion-like Cichorium intybus leaves popular in Italian salads when fresh. HTS 0705.29.00.00 covers it as 'other' fresh or chilled chicory, separate from heading 0704 for true dandelions. Its curly, bitter greens define its classification.
Chilled Endive Leaves
Broad-leaf endive, a flat-leaf chicory (Cichorium spp.), is chilled for freshness in upscale salads and appetizers. It is included in HTS 0705.29.00.00 as 'other' chicory, provided fresh or chilled without further processing. This distinguishes it from curled endive sometimes grouped elsewhere.
Fresh Cicoria Chicory
Cicoria is wild Italian chicory (Cichorium intybus) with jagged leaves harvested fresh for foraging-style dishes. HTS 0705.29.00.00 categorizes it as 'other' fresh chicory, aligning with chapter scope for Cichorium spp. Its robust flavor suits grilling or raw consumption.