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Fresh Celtuce Heads from Mexico

Fresh celtuce, or stem lettuce, features thick edible stems with loose leaves, imported fresh or chilled. HTS 0709.99.90 covers it as other fresh or chilled vegetables.

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

Separate stems from leaves if sold components to match descriptions

Refrigerate at 0-1°C for optimal chilled preservation

Check for bitterness levels affecting quality claims