Fresh Kirby Cucumbers from Mexico
Small, firm cucumbers with bumpy skin, often used for pickling but imported fresh or chilled. HTS 0707.00.60 applies to summer entries (July 1-Aug 31) under cucumber tariff schedules. They remain fresh without processing.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Ensure Customs declaration specifies entry date; obtain origin certificates
• Pitfall: chilled too long may be seen as preserved