Fresh Acorn Squash from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

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

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)

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Import Tips

• 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