Burpless Greenhouse Cucumber from Japan
Burpless long seedless cucumbers are hybrid varieties bred for thin skin and minimal seeds, exclusively greenhouse cultivated for year-round supply. HTS 0707.00.60.26 covers these fresh or chilled imports during the specified July-August period. They are prized for salad use due to their crisp texture and lack of bitterness.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Include commercial invoices specifying 'long seedless' measurements (over 12 inches) and greenhouse certification
• Avoid common pitfall of generic 'cucumber' labeling which may default to higher-duty general codes
• Comply with APHIS import permits for cucurbits to prevent pest introduction risks