Fresh Celeriac Root from Mexico
Celeriac, also known as celery root, is a variety of celery cultivated for its knobby, edible root with a mild celery flavor. It falls under HTS 0706.90.4040 as one of the 'similar edible roots' in fresh or chilled form, distinct from standard carrots, turnips, or radishes. This classification covers roots primarily consumed cooked or raw in salads and soups.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
Import Tips
• Verify roots are fresh or chilled, not frozen or dried, to stay within Chapter 07; provide phytosanitary certificates
• Label accurately as 'celeriac' to avoid confusion with leafy celery (0709); check for soil residue compliance