Hydroponic Celery Stalks

Fresh celery grown hydroponically without soil, chilled and bunched for import during April 15-July 31 period. HTS 0709.40.40 covers all fresh or chilled celery regardless of growing method, as long as other than celeriac. Popular for clean-label, pesticide-free produce markets.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0709.40.20Higher: 49.9% vs 35%

If for imports outside peak season

Hydroponic celery treated identically to field-grown for classification; season determines subheading.

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 35%

If stored in modified atmosphere packaging for transport

Certain gas treatments for preservation may qualify as provisional preservation under heading 0711.

0709.99.10Lower: 30.6% vs 35%

If stalks are chopped or sliced before import

Significant processing like cutting changes from whole fresh celery to other fresh vegetables.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include origin phytosanitary certificate confirming no soil pests; declare hydroponic method if requested

β€’ Ensure temperature logs prove chilled state below 7Β°C

β€’ Avoid bundling with roots to prevent celeriac confusion

Related Products under HTS 0709.40.40

Fresh Celery Stalks

Bunches of fresh, whole celery stalks, trimmed and chilled for freshness, imported during the peak summer season from April 15 to July 31. Classified under HTS 0709.40.40 due to being fresh or chilled celery other than celeriac, subject to seasonal entry restrictions. This code applies to protect domestic celery production during high season.

Organic Fresh Celery Bunches

Certified organic celery bunches grown without synthetic pesticides, fresh and chilled, entered seasonally from April 15 to July 31. Falls under HTS 0709.40.40 as fresh celery other than celeriac; organic status noted per statistical requirements but doesn't change heading. Ideal for retail salad bars and grocery produce sections.

Baby Celery Stalks

Tender baby celery stalks, smaller and more delicate than mature bunches, fresh and chilled for seasonal import April 15-July 31. Remains under HTS 0709.40.40 as fresh celery other than celeriac; size doesn't affect classification. Used in gourmet salads and snack packs.

Chilled Celery Hearts

Trimmed celery hearts (inner tender stalks with leaves removed), fresh and chilled, imported April 15 to July 31. HTS 0709.40.40 applies as it's still fresh celery other than celeriac; minimal trimming doesn't change heading. Premium product for restaurants and high-end grocers.

Mexican Summer Celery Bunches

Fresh celery bunches from Mexico, chilled for U.S. summer import window April 15-July 31. Classified HTS 0709.40.40 due to seasonal entry for this fresh celery type, supporting cross-border trade. Common in Southwestern U.S. markets.