Fresh Golden Bantam Sweet Corn from Mexico
Classic yellow sweet corn variety 'Golden Bantam' picked at milk stage, fresh or chilled. Falls under HTS 0709.99.4500 as other fresh or chilled sweet corn, valued for its creamy texture and sweetness when eaten fresh off the cob.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
31.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Obtain import permits from USDA for fresh corn to prevent pest introduction; inspect for corn earworm
• Use refrigerated containers at 0-4°C to preserve freshness and comply with 'chilled' criteria
• Document varietal purity to avoid disputes with field corn classifications under different chapters