Fresh Kirby Cucumbers

Small, bumpy-skinned cucumbers ideal for pickling but imported fresh or chilled under HTS 0707.00.20 for Dec-Feb entries. They are a variety of slicing cucumber regulated seasonally. Commonly used in deli salads or fresh eating.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅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 1-Feb 28/29

Seasonal restriction lifts for spring-fall imports under general cucumber code.

0804.50Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If dried for food use

Dehydrated forms excluded from fresh veg chapter, go to dried fruit/nut provisions.

0710.80Higher: 24.9% vs 17.5%

If frozen, not provisionally preserved

Freezing changes state beyond fresh/chilled, into Chapter 71 vegetables.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Document varietal name and freshness to avoid reclassification as processed goods

β€’ Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for fresh produce imports

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Fresh English Cucumbers

Long, seedless cucumbers with thin, dark green skin, commonly known as English or hothouse cucumbers, imported fresh or chilled. They fall under HTS 0707.00.20 when entered between December 1 and the last day of February due to seasonal import quotas protecting domestic production. These are typically used in salads and sandwiches.

Fresh Persian Cucumbers

Small, thin-skinned cucumbers with fewer seeds, popular in Middle Eastern cuisine, imported fresh or chilled. Classified under HTS 0707.00.20 for winter-season entries (Dec-Feb) as part of cucumber import regulations. Ideal for slicing in salads or pickling.

Fresh Mini Cucumbers

Snack-sized fresh cucumbers, chilled for market sale, classified in HTS 0707.00.20 when imported during winter months. These petite varieties are botanically cucumbers despite small size. Popular for lunchboxes and appetizers.

Fresh Lemon Cucumbers

Round, yellow-skinned heirloom cucumbers resembling lemons, imported fresh or chilled in HTS 0707.00.20 during winter quota period. Despite appearance, botanically cucumbers in Chapter 7. Mild flavor for fresh eating.

Fresh Gherkins

Small, immature cucumbers harvested for fresh use, including gherkins, entered fresh or chilled under HTS 0707.00.20 during the specified winter period. This code applies to protect U.S. growers from off-season imports. Often sold whole in markets for snacking or light pickling.

Fresh Beit Alpha Cucumbers

Middle Eastern variety of burpless cucumbers, thin-skinned and seedless, imported fresh or chilled under HTS 0707.00.20 for Dec-Feb. Seasonal code ensures fair trade for U.S. cucumber market. Excellent for fresh salads.