Hydroponic English Greenhouse Cucumbers

Premium English-style cucumbers from controlled hydroponic greenhouses, featuring thin skin and crisp texture for gourmet use. HTS 0707.00.50.60 applies to these fresh/chilled, seasonally entered greenhouse cucumbers not classifiable as gherkins or in prior size-based subheadings. Hydroponic method confirms greenhouse origin.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽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.

0707.00.20Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If gherkin type

Gherkin cucumbers, regardless of greenhouse, use dedicated 0707.00.20.00 for smaller pickled varieties.

0711.90.50.00Higher: 40.1% vs 35%

If temporarily preserved in vinegar

Preservation beyond chilling (e.g., vinegar for short-term storage) excludes from Chapter 7 per 0711 note.

0709.99.30.00Higher: 43% vs 35%

If sold as a mixed vegetable set

Cucumbers in retail sets with other veg fall under 'Other vegetables' nesoi in 0709.99.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document hydroponic/greenhouse production with grower certificates to distinguish from field crops and secure correct duty

Avoid common error of generic labeling—specify variety and treatment (fresh/chilled) on all docs

Prepare for fumigation if pests detected; greenhouse produce often requires clean import permits