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U.S. imports of fresh or chilled head lettuce (cabbage lettuce) (HS 070511) totaled $9.2M in April 2026, traded with 4 countries.
Fresh or Chilled Head Lettuce (Cabbage Lettuce) imports of $9.2M in April 2026 ran 17% above the year-to-date monthly average of $7.9M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataHead lettuce — including iceberg and other compact-head varieties — is one of the most volume-sensitive fresh vegetables in US trade, and the HTS reflects that with a seasonal duty line (0705114000) covering entries from November 1 through May 31, the period of peak import competition with domestic winter production. Mexico is the dominant supplier by a wide margin, with Canada active during summer months; Guatemala, Peru, and Colombia serve more limited roles. Organic head lettuce (0705110010) and conventional non-seasonal entries (0705110050) round out the heading. USDA APHIS phytosanitary clearance is required, and importers should confirm the entry date falls within or outside the November 1–May 31 window before filing to select the correct 10-digit line.
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Heading 0705.11 covers only head (cabbage) lettuce — compact-head varieties such as iceberg and butterhead. Loose-leaf lettuce varieties (romaine, leaf lettuce, and similar types) are classified under heading 0705.19 rather than 0705.11. Importers of mixed lettuce packs or specialty varieties should verify the predominant lettuce type to ensure correct heading selection.
Entries filed between November 1 and May 31 fall under line 0705114000, which may carry a different duty rate than the year-round lines 0705110010 and 0705110050. Because Mexico supplies head lettuce throughout the year, importers with continuous supply programs should model duty costs across both seasonal and non-seasonal periods and confirm the applicable rate for each window with a licensed customs broker.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $281K | $11.6M | +$11.3M |
| MEXICO | $8.9M | $539K | -$8.4M |
| DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | -- | $79K | +$79K |
| PERU | $21K | -- | -$21K |
| SURINAME | -- | $19K | +$19K |
Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0705114000 | HEAD (CABBAGE) LETTUCE ENTRY 11/1-5/31 FRSH, CHLD | $9.2M | 10.01% | $2K |
HEAD (CABBAGE) LETTUCE ENTRY 11/1-5/31 FRSH, CHLD
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0705110050 | HEAD/CABBAGE LETTUCE, FRESH OR CHILLED NOT ORGANIC | $12.0M |
| 0705110010 | HEAD/CABBAGE LETTUCE, ORGANIC, FRESH OR CHILLED | $264K |
HEAD/CABBAGE LETTUCE, FRESH OR CHILLED NOT ORGANIC
9.1M kg
HEAD/CABBAGE LETTUCE, ORGANIC, FRESH OR CHILLED
195.3K kg
TOMATOES, FRESH OR CHILLED
HS 070200
FRUITS OF GENUS CAPSICUM OR PIMENTA, FRESH/CHILLED
HS 070960
CUCUMBERS AND GHERKINS, FRESH OR CHILLED
HS 070700
VEGETABLES, NESOI RAW/COOKED BY BOILING, FROZEN
HS 071080
EDIBLE BRASSICAS (CABBAGES ETC) NESOI, FR OR CHILL
HS 070490
LETTUCE, EXCEPT HEAD LETTUCE, FRESH OR CHILLED
HS 070519
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $3.2M | $7.5M | +$4.2M |
| Texas | $3.5M | $820K | -$2.6M |
| Unidentified | -- | $2.2M | +$2.2M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PORT HURON, MI | -- | $4.6M | +$4.6M |
| LAREDO, TX | $3.0M | -- | -$3.0M |
| HILDAGO, TX | $2.5M | -- | -$2.5M |