Fresh Green Zucchini from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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