Persian Organic Greenhouse Gherkin-Type Cucumber from China
Though smaller, these Persian cucumbers resemble gherkins but classify as cucumbers under HTS 0707.00.60.13 when certified organic, greenhouse-produced, and imported fresh/chilled in summer months. The code captures their specific attributes excluding true gherkins.
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
• Distinguish from true gherkins via size/weight specs in invoices; obtain organic scope certificate
• Avoid refrigeration failures causing condensation and mold rejections