Certified Organic Whole Celery Roots
Fresh whole celery plants including roots, certified organic and chilled for organic markets. Classified in HTS 0709.40.60.20 as fresh or chilled celery other than celeriac with organic status. Used in soups or as whole produce.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If actually celeriac (knob celery)
Celeriac is distinctly classified under heading 0706 as edible roots, separate from leaf celery.
If imported as live plants for propagation
Live celery plants for growing shift to Chapter 6 cut foliage or ornamentals.
If non-certified organic
Loss of certification documentation defaults to general celery category.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure roots are soil-free per import regulations; provide field history for organic verification
• Ship in moisture-retentive packaging at 32°F
• Common pitfall: confusing with celeriac (0706.10)
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