Fresh Sugar Beet Roots from Mexico
Harvested fresh roots of sugar beets, sold whole for direct human consumption in salads, juices, or as a vegetable. HTS 1212.91.00.00 covers fresh sugar beet used primarily for human food, distinct from industrial sugar extraction.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates proving freedom from soil pests and diseases
• Declare as fresh for human consumption to avoid reclassification as sugar manufacturing input
• Watch for seasonal quotas or restrictions on fresh root vegetable imports