0709.93.20.70/Fresh Spaghetti Squash/Japan

Fresh Spaghetti Squash from Japan

Fresh spaghetti squash (Cucurbita pepo), a variety of winter squash with stringy flesh resembling spaghetti when cooked, imported chilled or at ambient temperature. It falls under HTS 0709.93.20.70 as fresh or chilled squash of Cucurbita spp., specifically the 'spaghetti' type distinguished by its unique elongated shape and fibrous interior. This classification applies to produce suitable for immediate retail sale without further preservation.

Duty Rate — Japan → 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

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Import Tips

• Verify the squash is fresh or chilled and free from preservation treatments like brine or sulfur dioxide to avoid reclassification under heading 0711

• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming origin and pest-free status, as required for fresh vegetables under USDA APHIS regulations

• Label accurately as 'spaghetti squash' to match statistical reporting; inspect for damage that could trigger quality disputes at entry