Seedless Persian Cucumber
Seedless Persian cucumbers are parthenocarpic greenhouse hybrids, smooth and uniformly sized for fresh market use. This HTS 0707.00.20.50 covers their fresh or chilled state during the winter import period as 'Persian' greenhouse product. The code distinguishes them from field-grown or off-season imports.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If entered March 1 to November 30
Off-season imports fall under normal cucumber duty rates without winter premium.
If pickled or brined for retail
Pickled cucumbers (gherkins) shift to prepared/preserved vegetables in Chapter 20.
If micro-preserved for export only
Provisional preservation like sulfur treatment excludes from fresh chapter.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain grower certificates confirming seedless Persian traits and greenhouse production for CBP verification
• Declare exact weights and counts per box; underreporting leads to penalties on statistical breaks
• Test for pesticide residues pre-shipment; US tolerances stricter for fresh produce imports
Related Products under HTS 0707.00.20.50
Persian Cucumber
Persian cucumbers are small, thin-skinned cucumbers grown in greenhouses, typically seedless and crisp with a mild flavor. They fall under HTS 0707.00.20.50 as fresh or chilled cucumbers entered from December 1 to the last day of February, classified as greenhouse 'Persian' variety. This code applies to their specific cultivation method and seasonal import window.
Mini Persian Cucumber
Mini Persian cucumbers are bite-sized, greenhouse-grown varieties of the Persian cucumber, prized for salads and snacks due to their tender skin and lack of bitterness. Classified under HTS 0707.00.20.50 for fresh/chilled imports during the December-February window as 'Persian' greenhouse cucumbers. Their slim shape and specific seasonal entry define this tariff placement.
Organic Persian Cucumber
Organic Persian cucumbers are certified greenhouse-grown without synthetic pesticides, meeting USDA organic standards for fresh produce. HTS 0707.00.20.50 applies to these fresh/chilled 'Persian' imports from December to February. Certification ensures compliance with statistical notes on approved organic standards.
Baby Persian Cucumber
Baby Persian cucumbers are immature, small-sized greenhouse varieties ideal for pickling or fresh snacking. They qualify under HTS 0707.00.20.50 as fresh/chilled Persian cucumbers imported in the specified winter period. Size and variety distinguish them within the cucumber tariff structure.
Armenian Persian Cucumber Hybrid
Armenian Persian cucumber hybrids blend thin skin and ribbed texture, greenhouse cultivated for winter markets. HTS 0707.00.20.50 captures these as 'Persian' fresh/chilled during Dec-Feb due to their varietal classification. Hybrids maintain Persian tariff status via breeding lineage.