Baby Yellow Straightneck Squash from Canada
Baby yellow straightneck squash are immature, small-sized (under 4 inches) fruits with thin, edible skin, harvested early for gourmet markets. Still classified as fresh or chilled under HTS 0709.93.20.75 due to being Cucurbita spp. yellow straightneck, not warranting a separate immature produce category. Size does not alter the fresh vegetable tariff heading.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare exact sizing and count per package for accurate valuation; ensure baby squash meets minimum maturity for phytosanitary approval
• Use ventilated crates to prevent moisture buildup during transit