Buttercup Squash from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

10%

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

Import Tips

Firmness tests at entry; origin-specific pest declarations

Pitfall: Confusion with ornamental types