HTS Code: 0703 — Onions, Shallots, Garlic, Leeks and Other Allium Vegetables, Fresh or Chilled

This heading covers fresh or chilled bulbs and vegetables of the genus Allium, which include:

• Onions and shallots (Allium cepa and Allium ascalonicum, respectively), including common onions and shallots used in cooking.
• Garlic (Allium sativum), the aromatic bulb widely used as seasoning.
• Leeks (Allium ampeloprasum var. porrum), characterized by a long white stem with green leaves.
• Other Allium vegetables such as Welsh onions and similar varieties.

These vegetables are classified in the fresh or chilled state only; dried, frozen, or otherwise preserved forms are excluded.

Code Hierarchy

• Section II: Vegetable Products (Chapters 06-14)
• Chapter 07: Edible Vegetables and Certain Roots and Tubers
• Heading 0703: Onions, shallots, garlic, leeks and other alliaceous vegetables, fresh or chilled
• US HTS Code (10-digit): 0703.XX.XXXX – Further digits specify exact type and presentation.

Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings

The 4-digit HS heading 0703 is subdivided into 6-digit and 10-digit codes based on the specific vegetable and presentation:

What is NOT Classified Here?

Note exclusions to avoid misclassification:

• Dried, frozen, or otherwise preserved onions, garlic, leeks, and similar vegetables are classified under Chapter 07, heading 0703 except fresh or chilled or relevant preservation headings.
• Prepared or preserved vegetables (e.g., pickled onions, garlic in oil) are classified under Chapter 20.
• Seeds, bulbs intended for planting fall under Chapter 12 or Chapter 06, depending on type.

Notes

• USDA/APHIS Regulations: Import of fresh or chilled allium vegetables is subject to USDA and APHIS inspection to prevent pest introduction. Approved countries and phytosanitary certificates are required.
• Duty Rates: Specific duty rates vary by exact HTS 10-digit code. Many allium vegetables are duty-free but confirm current USHTS schedules for exceptions.
• Packaging and Labeling: Requirements may exist for packaging, country of origin labeling, and sanitary marks.

Declaration Example

Product: A shipment of fresh garlic bulbs from Mexico.

US HTS Code: 0703.20.0000 (Garlic, fresh or chilled)

Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg)

General Duty Rate: Often duty-free but verify current USHTS rates

Additional Requirements: USDA/APHIS import inspection and phytosanitary certificate.

Related HTS Codes

• HTS 0701: Potatoes, fresh or chilled
• HTS 0702: Tomatoes, fresh or chilled
• HTS 0704: Cabbages, cauliflower, broccoli and similar edible brassicas, fresh or chilled
• HTS 2001: Prepared or preserved vegetables (e.g., pickled onions)