Certified Organic English Greenhouse Cucumbers

Long, slender cucumbers grown in greenhouses under certified organic standards, harvested fresh during the winter import period (Dec 1 to Feb end). They fall under HTS 0707.00.20.45 as fresh or chilled cucumbers, greenhouse-grown, certified organic, and entered in the specified seasonal window. These are not suitable for immediate consumption without further preparation like washing or slicing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0707.00.40Same rate: 17.5%

If entered outside December-February period

Seasonal entry restriction shifts to non-greenhouse or off-season fresh cucumber category

0711.90Higher: 17.7% vs 17.5%

If preserved in brine or sulfur solutions for transport

Provisional preservation treatment moves to Chapter 71 heading for temporarily preserved vegetables

0709.99.30.00Higher: 43% vs 17.5%

If field-grown rather than greenhouse

Lack of greenhouse production shifts to other fresh vegetable provisions under heading 0709

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify USDA organic certification documentation matches General Statistical Note 6 standards to avoid reclassification; ensure entry occurs strictly between Dec 1 and last day of February for this rate

Common pitfall: improper temperature control during shipping leading to spoilage claims at customs

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