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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If treated with sulfur dioxide for preservation
Provisional preservation with gases like SO2 qualifies for heading 0711 per chapter notes.
If erroneously declared as sweet peppers
Peppers (Capsicum) are separate; misidentification could lead to 0709.60 but zucchini is Cucurbita.
If mature seeds harvested as watermelons
Mature Cucurbita with developed seeds might classify under melons if not vegetable-form.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide USDA or equivalent organic certification documentation
• Ensure chain-of-custody records from farm to port
• Avoid any preservative treatments to stay in fresh category
Related Products under HTS 0709.93.20.55
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.
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.
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
Fresh Italian zucchini (Cocozelle type), long slender green squash, chilled import. HTS 0709.93.20.55 for zucchini (Cucurbita pepo), fresh vegetable not preserved.