Buttercup Squash from Canada
Buttercup squash (Cucurbita maxima) is turban-shaped with dark green rind and orange flesh, imported fresh or chilled. Under HTS 0709.93.20 as Cucurbita squash, not pumpkin, for edible fresh use. Dense texture for pies.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Firmness tests at entry; origin-specific pest declarations
• Pitfall: Confusion with ornamental types