Fresh Organic Bitter Melon from Canada
Certified organic bitter melon (Momordica charantia) grown without synthetic pesticides, ideal for health-focused markets in salads and juices. Falls under HTS 0709.99.90.05 as fresh or chilled bitter melon per statistical notes on organics. Sourced from certified farms in tropical regions.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
30%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Provide USDA organic equivalence certificates; segregate from conventional to prevent contamination claims
• Ensure cold chain integrity for organic premium
• Pitfall: lacking certification triggers reclassification or duties