HS 070490

Fresh or Chilled Edible Brassicas (Cabbage, Kale, Kohlrabi, Bok Choy, and Others)

U.S. imports of fresh or chilled edible brassicas (cabbage, kale, kohlrabi, bok choy, and others) (HS 070490) totaled $59.3M in April 2026, traded with 7 countries.

Last updated: April 2026 data

A residual brassica heading, 070490 captures a wide range of commercially distinct vegetables — cabbage (including certified organic, 0704902010), bok choy (0704904015), sprouting broccoli (0704904022/0704904024), collards (0704904028), kale (0704904035), kohlrabi (0704904040), and napa cabbage (0704904045) — each enumerated at the 10-digit level. Mexico and Canada lead supply, with Guatemala and Costa Rica contributing meaningful volumes of specialty and ethnic-market brassicas. FDA produce safety rules and USDA APHIS phytosanitary requirements apply across all forms; correct 10-digit classification is essential given the heading's breadth.

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Imports

$59.3M

from 7 countries · YTD: $237.4M

Exports

$21.0M

Deficit of $38.3M (net importer)

Trade balance: deficit of $38.3M (net importer)

YTD: $237.4M imported (April 2026)

6.9K shipments/month

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1MEXICO

Import Trend (12 months)

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Geographic Breakdown

TOMATOES, FRESH OR CHILLED

HS 070200

$222.6M

FRUITS OF GENUS CAPSICUM OR PIMENTA, FRESH/CHILLED

HS 070960

$205.5M

CUCUMBERS AND GHERKINS, FRESH OR CHILLED

HS 070700

$125.1M

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Frequently Asked Questions

How should an importer determine whether sprouting broccoli belongs in heading 070410 or 070490?

Heading 070410 is limited to Brassica oleracea var. botrytis — the headed cauliflower and headed broccoli type. Sprouting broccoli (including Italian or Calabrese types that form loose florets rather than a compact head) is classified under 070490, specifically under lines 0704904022 (certified organic) or 0704904024 (non-organic). When in doubt, botanical variety documentation from the grower supports correct classification.

Does bok choy require any special import documentation beyond standard fresh produce requirements?

Bok choy (classified under 0704904015) is subject to the same FDA produce safety and USDA APHIS phytosanitary requirements as other fresh brassicas. However, because it is frequently sourced from regions with specific pest concerns, APHIS may require phytosanitary certificates attesting to inspection and treatment. Importers should check current APHIS import conditions for the specific country of origin before shipment.