Fresh White Turnips
Fresh white turnips (Brassica rapa) are globe-shaped root vegetables with white skin and purple-tinged tops, harvested fresh or chilled for immediate consumption. They fall under HTS 0706.10.40.00 as fresh or chilled turnips, specifically within the category of edible roots like carrots and turnips, excluding those preserved or processed.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +37.5% | 37.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If frozen
Frozen turnips are classified under heading 0714 for frozen vegetables, not fresh or chilled roots.
If provisionally preserved in brine or sulfur water
Provisionally preserved vegetables for transport fall under heading 0711, as they are unsuitable for immediate consumption.
If classified as carrots
Similar edible roots like carrots share the subheading but are distinguished by botanical species.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify freshness with phytosanitary certificates to meet USDA import requirements; ensure roots are unpeeled and unprocessed to avoid reclassification; declare exact weight and origin to comply with statistical notes
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