Julienne Carrot Sticks from China
Julienne carrot sticks are fresh carrots cut into thin matchstick shapes, significantly reduced in size from whole roots, packaged chilled. They fit HTS 0706.10.05.00 as reduced-size fresh or chilled carrots, ready for salads without preservation. A staple in Asian cuisine imports.
Duty Rate — China → United States
52.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Use photos in customs entry to demonstrate size reduction; ensure varietal is true carrot (Daucus carota); batch test for E. coli compliance in ready-to-eat produce