Certified Organic Yellow Straightneck Squash

Fresh, certified organic yellow straightneck squash (Cucurbita pepo) harvested at peak ripeness for culinary use. This summer squash variety features elongated, straight necks with bright yellow skin and tender flesh, ideal for grilling or sautéing. Classified under HTS 0709.93.20.30 as certified organic squash, fresh or chilled, due to its Cucurbita spp. botanical origin and organic certification per General Statistical Note 6.

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.

0709.93.10.00Lower: 28.8% vs 35%

If not certified organic

Non-organic yellow straightneck squash falls under the general squash subheading without organic certification requirements.

0710.90Lower: 24% vs 35%

If frozen

Freezing changes classification from fresh/chilled vegetables in Chapter 07 to frozen vegetables in heading 0710.

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 35%

If provisionally preserved (e.g., in brine)

Preservation solely for transport/storage, unsuitable for immediate consumption, moves to heading 0711 per chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify USDA NOP or equivalent organic certification documentation to match General Statistical Note 6 standards; inspect for freshness to avoid reclassification as preserved under 0711

Ensure phytosanitary certificates confirm pest-free status for Cucurbita produce