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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0709.93.10.00Lower: 28.8% vs 35%

If classified as standard gourds

Gourds for non-food use may separate from edible squash.

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