Certified Organic Eight-Ball Zucchini from Japan
Round, apple-shaped certified organic eight-ball zucchini (Cucurbita pepo), fresh or chilled for versatile cooking. HTS 0709.93.20.20 applies as certified organic zucchini squash. Its unique shape makes it popular for stuffing and boat-style preparations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use mesh bags or single-layer packing to minimize bruising on soft-skinned organic zucchini
• Verify importer security filing (ISF) 24 hours prior for ocean shipments of perishables
• Test for E. coli compliance; leafy alternatives sometimes contaminate squash fields