Fresh Persian Cucumbers from China
Small, seedless cucumbers with thin, edible skin, commonly called Persian cucumbers, fresh or chilled during July-August. Classified under 0707.00.60.75 as non-gherkins 'other' cucumbers in the seasonal entry period.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
9903.88.157.5%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)
Import Tips
• Label clearly as 'Persian cucumbers' to distinguish from gherkins; include country of origin and harvest date
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for fresh produce; temperature logs needed for chilled shipments
• Test for residue levels; cucumbers often scrutinized for pesticide compliance