Fresh Beit Alpha Cucumbers from Canada
Beit Alpha cucumbers are short, smooth-skinned Middle Eastern varieties with few seeds, imported fresh or chilled during U.S. winter cucumber shortage months. HTS 0707.00.20.90 covers them as 'other' seasonal cucumbers excluding gherkins. Excellent for fresh snacking and salads.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Include commercial invoice with varietal name, origin, and treatment history (e.g
• no irradiation unless declared)
• Monitor for downy mildew—inspected rigorously; clean loads prevent holds
• Bond shipments if seasonal duty rates uncertain pending verification