Fresh Green Zucchini
Fresh green zucchini (Cucurbita pepo), typically cylindrical and immature, harvested for fresh consumption. Classified under HTS 0709.93.20.55 as fresh or chilled squash of the Cucurbita spp., specifically zucchini variety. Not dried, frozen, or preserved, suitable for immediate retail sale.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If frozen
Frozen zucchini shifts to Chapter 71 as frozen vegetables, no longer fresh or chilled.
If provisionally preserved in brine for transport
Preserved solely for storage (e.g., in brine) falls under heading 0711, unsuitable for immediate consumption.
If mature and classified as other squash varieties like winter squash
Mature or differently shaped Cucurbita spp. not specifically zucchini may go under other squash subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests like squash vine borers
• Verify freshness to avoid reclassification as provisionally preserved under 0711
• Check seasonal import quotas for zucchini to prevent delays
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Fresh Yellow Zucchini
Fresh yellow zucchini, a golden-skinned variety of summer squash (Cucurbita pepo), picked immature for culinary use. Fits HTS 0709.93.20.55 as fresh/chilled zucchini, distinct from pumpkins or gourds.
Organic Zucchini Squash
Certified organic fresh zucchini, grown without synthetic pesticides, chilled for market. Under HTS 0709.93.20.55 for fresh zucchini (Cucurbita spp.), with organic certification per General Statistical Note 6.
Baby Zucchini Courgette
Small, immature baby zucchini (courgette), harvested early for gourmet markets, fresh or chilled. Classified in HTS 0709.93.20.55 as zucchini squash, under 0.9kg typical weight.
Pattypan Zucchini Squash
Fresh pattypan zucchini, scallop-shaped summer squash (Cucurbita pepo var. pattypan), chilled for sale. HTS 0709.93.20.55 covers this zucchini-type squash, fresh not preserved.
Round Zucchini Squash
Fresh round zucchini, ball-shaped variety (Cucurbita pepo 'Tondo di Piacenza'), under 0.9kg, fresh/chilled. Fits HTS 0709.93.20.55 zucchini statistical reporting, not tomatoes.
Italian Zucchini
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