What is the HS code for fresh cucumbers?
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HS-4 · Heading
0707 — Cucumbers and gherkins; fresh or chilled
Chapter 07: Edible vegetables
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 0707 when importing fresh or chilled cucumbers and gherkins. If you're shipping a load of fresh cucumbers from Mexico to the U.S., this is the code you need to declare.
When determining the correct subheading, note that HS-6 070700 specifically covers cucumbers and gherkins that are fresh or chilled. If your shipment includes pickled cucumbers, you would need to look at different headings.
Be aware that while HS-4 0707 focuses solely on fresh or chilled cucumbers and gherkins, other vegetable categories in the same chapter may have different codes. For example, if you're dealing with other types of vegetables, you will need to identify their specific HS codes.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
HS-4 0707 · cucumbers import code · fresh gherkins classification · vegetable HS codes · chilled cucumbers tariff · import requirements cucumbers · HS-6 070700 · cucumber shipping regulations · fresh vegetable import · gherkin customs code
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Fresh cucumbers from Canada
- Chilled gherkins shipped from Europe
- Bulk shipments of cucumbers for salad production
- Retail packages of fresh gherkins for grocery stores
- Cucumbers transported in refrigerated containers
- Chilled gherkins for food processing companies
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify gherkins for import?
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What are the import regulations for cucumbers?
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Do cucumbers need special documentation?
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How to determine the correct HS code for vegetables?
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What is the difference between fresh and pickled cucumber codes?
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Related topics
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how to import fresh cucumbers from Mexico
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requirements for shipping chilled gherkins
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customs classification for cucumbers and gherkins
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understanding HS codes for fresh vegetables
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best practices for importing cucumbers
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what to include in cucumber import documentation
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how to find the right HS code for gherkins
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navigating customs for fresh vegetable imports
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of cucumbers fall under HS-4 0707?
- HS-4 0707 includes fresh or chilled cucumbers and gherkins.
- Are pickled cucumbers classified under this heading?
- No, pickled cucumbers are classified under a different heading.
- What is the significance of HS-6 070700?
- HS-6 070700 specifically refers to fresh or chilled cucumbers and gherkins.
- What documentation is needed for importing cucumbers?
- You will need to provide standard import documentation, including invoices and possibly phytosanitary certificates.
- Can I combine cucumbers with other vegetables in one shipment?
- Yes, but ensure each type of vegetable is correctly classified with its respective HS code.
- What should I do if I'm unsure about the classification?
- Consult with a customs broker or refer to the customs authority for guidance on classification.
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