0702.00.20.43 - Grape 🖩

This HTS classification covers grapes that are fresh or chilled and meet specific criteria for customs entry. Specifically, it applies to grapes entered during the period from March 1 to July 14, inclusive, or from September 1 to November 14, inclusive, in any given year. This category falls under the broader classification of "Tomatoes, fresh or chilled" (Chapter 07), and further refines the classification within "Other" categories by specifically identifying "Certified organic" produce.

Distinguishing this subcategory from its siblings, "Roma (plum type)" and "Round, of a kind described in statistical note 2 to this chapter," this classification is not defined by a specific grape variety or shape. Instead, the defining characteristic here is the organic certification of the grapes. "Other" grapes, not fitting into the specific variety or shape categories and not certified organic, would be classified elsewhere.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the classification of grapes under 0702.00.20.43 relies on the fulfillment of the seasonal entry requirements and the "Certified organic" status, in addition to being fresh or chilled. Importers must be able to provide documentation to verify the organic certification of the grapes to ensure correct classification.