Fresh Cilantro Bunches
Fresh bunches of cilantro (Coriandrum sativum) leaves, harvested and chilled for immediate use in culinary applications like salsas and garnishes. Classified under HTS 0709.99.90.10 as fresh or chilled cilantro, which falls within 'other vegetables, fresh or chilled: other: other: other: cilantro' due to its status as a leafy herb vegetable not specified elsewhere in Chapter 7.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried leaves or culinary herbs
Dried cilantro leaves are classified as dried vegetables used chiefly for flavoring under heading 1211, not fresh or chilled vegetables.
If live potted plants for ornamental use
Live cilantro plants in pots are cut flowers and foliage under heading 0603, based on end use as decorative rather than edible harvest.
If dried and suitable only for human consumption
Dried cilantro, unfit for sowing, falls under heading 0712 for dried vegetables prepared solely for human consumption.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify freshness with phytosanitary certificates to meet USDA APHIS requirements; ensure chilled transport below 7°C to prevent spoilage claims; label bundles clearly with country of origin and harvest date
Related Products under HTS 0709.99.90.10
Organic Fresh Cilantro
Certified organic fresh cilantro leaves, grown without synthetic pesticides and chilled post-harvest. Falls under HTS 0709.99.90.10 as fresh or chilled cilantro per statistical notes on certified organic standards in General Statistical Note 6.
Hydroponic Cilantro Leaves
Fresh cilantro grown hydroponically without soil, harvested and chilled for market. Classified in HTS 0709.99.90.10 as other fresh or chilled cilantro, regardless of soilless cultivation method.
Baby Cilantro Sprouts
Fresh, chilled baby cilantro microgreens or sprouts, tender young leaves for gourmet use. HTS 0709.99.90.10 applies as fresh or chilled cilantro in immature stage, still under 'other vegetables, fresh or chilled'.
Pre-Washed Cilantro Packs
Fresh cilantro triple-washed and packed in modified atmosphere bags, chilled for retail. Remains under HTS 0709.99.90.10 as fresh or chilled, with minimal processing not affecting immediate consumption suitability.
Chilled Cilantro for Processing
Bulk chilled cilantro leaves destined for industrial processing into pastes or seasonings. HTS 0709.99.90.10 covers it as fresh or chilled other cilantro, prior to any preservation treatment under heading 0711.
Mexican Cilantro Variety
Fresh 'Santo' variety cilantro from Mexico, chilled and bunched for export. Classified precisely under HTS 0709.99.90.10 as the designated code for all fresh or chilled cilantro.