Fresh Acorn Squash
Acorn squash (Cucurbita pepo) is a compact, dark green winter squash with distinctive longitudinal ridges and sweet, nutty orange flesh when cooked. This fresh or chilled product falls under HTS 0709.93.20.90 as it is classified as 'squash' within Cucurbita spp., specifically under the 'other' subheading excluding standard varieties like zucchini. It is imported in whole, uncut form for retail or food service use.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If marketed and shaped like jack-o-lantern pumpkins
Pumpkins intended for decoration or carving fall under the pumpkins subheading, differentiated by size, shape, and common use.
If frozen, uncooked, or simply preserved
Frozen or preserved squash moves to Chapter 07 heading 0710, as it no longer qualifies as fresh or chilled.
If immature and harvested primarily for pickling
Very small, immature gourds used for pickling may be classified as cucumbers under heading 0807 due to size and end use.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the botanical classification as Cucurbita spp. squash via supplier certificates to prevent reclassification as pumpkins under 0709.93.10
• Require phytosanitary certificates confirming freshness and freedom from pests, as chilled produce must remain suitable for immediate consumption
• Avoid common pitfalls like importing pre-cut or frozen squash, which shifts to HTS 0710 or 0711
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Fresh Butternut Squash
Butternut squash (Cucurbita moschata) features a beige, pear-shaped exterior and vibrant orange flesh with a sweet, buttery flavor. Classified under HTS 0709.93.20.90 as 'other squash' in the Cucurbita genus, it is imported fresh or chilled whole for culinary applications like roasting or pureeing.
Fresh Spaghetti Squash
Spaghetti squash (Cucurbita pepo) is an oblong, golden-yellow winter squash that yields string-like flesh resembling spaghetti when cooked. It is categorized under HTS 0709.93.20.90 as other fresh or chilled squash of Cucurbita spp., imported whole for fresh market sales.
Fresh Delicata Squash
Delicata squash (Cucurbita pepo) is a small, cream-colored winter squash with green stripes and edible skin, offering sweet, creamy flesh. This fresh or chilled product is under HTS 0709.93.20.90 as other squash, distinct from common zucchini or pumpkins.
Fresh Kabocha Squash
Kabocha squash (Cucurbita maxima) is a Japanese pumpkin-like squash with dark green or mottled skin and dense, sweet orange flesh. It qualifies under HTS 0709.93.20.90 as other fresh/chilled squash of Cucurbita spp., imported whole.
Fresh Hubbard Squash
Hubbard squash (Cucurbita maxima) is a large, blue-gray winter squash with firm, sweet golden flesh ideal for pies and soups. Classified as other squash under HTS 0709.93.20.90 for fresh or chilled imports.
Fresh Carnival Squash
Carnival squash (Cucurbita pepo) is a small, ribbed winter squash with variegated orange and green stripes and sweet yellow flesh. It falls under HTS 0709.93.20.90 as other fresh or chilled squash.