Bulk Chilled Butternut Squash for Processing from Mexico
Bulk shipments of chilled butternut squash destined for commercial pureeing or canning, still fresh and unprocessed. Classified under HTS 0709.93.20.60 as fresh/chilled Cucurbita butternut, not 'for processing' like certain peppers in notes. Meets chapter criteria for immediate usability.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare intended use but note fresh status prevails; use ventilated crates to prevent moisture buildup
• Bonded warehouse entry useful for further processing