Fresh Kirby Cucumbers from China
Kirby cucumbers are small, firm, unwaxed cucumbers suitable for fresh eating or pickling, imported fresh or chilled during specified seasons. They qualify for HTS 0707.00.50.85 as 'other' cucumbers, not classified as gherkins or greenhouse types. Popular in markets for their crunchy texture in salads.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Use FDA prior notice for perishable produce and ensure APHIS inspection readiness upon U.S. entry
• Document field-grown origin to differentiate from greenhouse (0707.00.20) and confirm seasonal timing