Certified Organic Celery Hearts

Trimmed inner stalks of certified organic celery hearts, fresh and chilled, packaged for premium retail. HTS 0709.40.60.20 applies as fresh celery (not celeriac) with organic certification, minimally processed but still fresh. Popular for salads and snacks.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0709.99Lower: 30% vs 35%

If considered 'other' trimmed vegetables

Minimal trimming might push to broader 'other fresh vegetables' if not specifically celery-identified.

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 35%

If treated with preservatives for storage

Any provisional preservation treatment excludes from fresh heading per Chapter Note to 0711.

0709.40.60.40Same rate: 35%

If conventional non-organic production

Standard celery hearts without certification classify under non-organic breakouts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document trimming process to confirm it doesn't constitute 'processing'; pair with APHIS phytosanitary certificate

Refrigerate at 34°F with high humidity to maintain crispness

Avoid bulk packaging that might suggest industrial use