Buttercup-Type Spaghetti Squash Hybrid from China
A hybrid spaghetti squash variety resembling buttercup in shape but with spaghetti flesh texture, harvested fresh for market. Falls under HTS 0709.93.20.70 due to its Cucurbita spp. origin and spaghetti classification based on flesh characteristics. Suitable for fresh retail without processing.
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
• Document hybrid varietal traits to justify spaghetti subheading over generic squash
• Monitor for mold during transit, a common issue with dense-skinned squash leading to rejection
• Use ventilated packaging to prevent condensation in chilled shipments