Fresh Slicing Cucumbers from China

Large, uniform cucumbers bred for fresh slicing in salads, chilled during summer import. Falls under 0707.00.60.75 as other cucumbers (not gherkins) entered July 1-August 31.

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

APHIS inspection often required; pre-clear with PPQ form 587 for expedited entry

Pack in ventilated crates to maintain freshness; avoid plastic wrapping that suggests preservation

Monitor EU/Mexico origin rules; seasonal tariffs protect domestic growers