Fresh Greenhouse Persian Cucumbers

Long, thin-skinned Persian cucumbers grown in controlled greenhouse environments, harvested fresh during the winter import period (Dec 1 to Feb end). They are classified under HTS 0707.00.20.70 as 'other' greenhouse cucumbers, excluding gherkins, entered fresh or chilled during specified months.

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 Dec-Feb winter period

Cucumbers imported March-Nov fall under general fresh/chilled cucumber provisions outside seasonal restrictions.

0711.90Higher: 17.7% vs 17.5%

If preserved solely for transport in brine or sulfur solution

Provisionally preserved cucumbers unsuitable for immediate consumption classify under heading 0711, not fresh/chilled.

0709.60.20.70Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If actually small gherkins mislabeled as cucumbers

Gherkins have a separate subheading; size and variety determine distinction from standard cucumbers.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify entry date falls within Dec 1 to Feb end to qualify under this code; off-season shifts to general cucumber provisions

Obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming greenhouse origin and pest-free status, as required for fresh produce

Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as field-grown, which could reclassify to non-greenhouse codes