Fresh Butternut Squash from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'fresh chilled butternut squash' to distinguish from pumpkins; include varietal names in invoices
• Comply with USDA APHIS import requirements for cucurbits, including inspection for squash vine borer quarantine pests
• Monitor weight and condition to ensure not dehydrated, which could lead to reclassification under dried vegetables