Fresh Acorn Squash from China
Fresh acorn squash (Cucurbita pepo var. acorn) is a small, ribbed winter squash with dark green skin turning orange and sweet, nutty yellow flesh. It falls under HTS 0709.93.20.85 as fresh or chilled squash of the Cucurbita spp., specifically the 'other' category for acorn variety. This classification applies to produce intended for immediate consumption without further preservation.
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
• Verify freshness and chill chain integrity to avoid reclassification as preserved under 0711; provide phytosanitary certificates confirming no treatment beyond cooling
• Label variety as 'acorn squash' to match statistical notes
• Watch for weight and size to distinguish from pumpkins