Fresh Armenian Cucumbers from China
Armenian cucumbers, or yard-long cucumbers, are thin, ribbed, seedless melopepo types with a cucumber flavor, imported fresh or chilled in the specified winter period. Under HTS 0707.00.20.90 as non-gherkin, non-greenhouse 'other' cucumbers. They are prized for their mild taste and use in Middle Eastern dishes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Source from approved exporters; check USDA cucumber import alerts for specific country restrictions
• Declare accurate weights and counts on entry docs—discrepancies trigger exams and delays
• Opt for air freight for premium freshness if ocean transit risks chilling injury