Fresh Chives from Mexico
Fresh chives are slender green herbs harvested fresh or chilled, commonly used as a garnish in culinary dishes. They fall under HTS 0709.99.90.85 as other fresh or chilled vegetables not specified elsewhere in heading 0707-0709. This classification applies to their fresh state, unsuitable for immediate consumption without preparation.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
30%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify freshness upon arrival to avoid reclassification as preserved under Chapter 07; provide phytosanitary certificates from origin country; label clearly as fresh to prevent mixing with dried herbs