Fresh Cilantro Bunches from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
57.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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