West India Gherkins from Mexico
Spiny West India gherkins, small and flavorful, imported fresh/chilled during December-February. Classified in HTS 0707.00.20.15 for seasonal gherkin imports under cucumbers. Popular for tangy pickling applications.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Source from approved growing regions; check APHIS lists for cucurbit imports
• Declare varietal name on entry docs to confirm gherkin status vs generic cucumbers
• Monitor humidity in transit to prevent premature spoilage affecting classification