Fresh Chinese Celery Variety from Mexico
Slender-stemmed Chinese celery (Apium graveolens var. secalinum), fresh or chilled. Classifies in HTS 0709.40.60.40 as other celery types, distinct from Western varieties but same botanical genus. Common in Asian cuisine.
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
• Specify variety on manifests to avoid confusion with standard celery subheadings
• Ensure APHIS approval for Asian-sourced celery due to pest risks
• Label as 'celery other than celeriac' clearly for customs