Pre-Washed Spinach Clamshell from China
Fresh spinach leaves triple-washed and packaged in clamshell trays for retail, remaining suitable for immediate consumption. HTS 0709.70.00 applies as it's fresh or chilled, not processed beyond cleaning.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Validate wash water quality certificates to meet FDA food safety standards
• Ensure clamshell packaging is breathable to prevent anaerobic conditions
• Declare net weight accurately, excluding tray weight