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U.S. imports of fresh or chilled garlic, leeks, and other alliaceous vegetables (SITC 05452) totaled $35.3M in April 2026, traded with 18 countries.
Importers of Fresh or Chilled Garlic, Leeks, and Other Alliaceous Vegetables paid $2.9M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 26% on $11.2M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Fresh or Chilled Garlic, Leeks, and Other Alliaceous Vegetables imports of $35.3M in April 2026 ran 14% below the year-to-date monthly average of $40.9M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataGarlic imported fresh or chilled has been subject to antidumping duty orders affecting certain major producing countries, making origin documentation and scope determinations a critical compliance step for importers. Leeks and other alliaceous vegetables in this heading generally face standard produce admissibility review by FDA, including prior notice requirements and potential pesticide residue sampling. Buyers sourcing fresh garlic should verify whether the specific supplier country and product form fall within the scope of any active trade-remedy orders before finalizing purchase contracts.
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Active antidumping duty orders on fresh garlic from certain countries require importers to deposit estimated duties at entry and may result in retroactive assessment after administrative review. Scope rulings determine whether a specific product form or variety falls within the order, so consulting a licensed customs broker before importing is strongly advised.
FDA holds primary admissibility authority for fresh garlic and leeks as human food, requiring prior notice before arrival. USDA APHIS may also inspect for quarantine pests, particularly soil attached to bulbs, and can require treatment or rejection of non-compliant shipments.
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