0703 - Onions, shallots, garlic, leeks and other alliaceous vegetables, fresh or chilled:
Sub-classifications
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0703 10
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0703 1020 00
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0703 2000
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0703 9000
Overview
Category 0703 encompasses a specific group of pungent, bulbous, and allium-family vegetables known for their culinary applications. This classification includes onions, shallots, garlic, leeks, and other related alliaceous vegetables. The key characteristic for inclusion in this heading is that the vegetables are presented in a fresh or chilled state, meaning they have not undergone significant processing such as drying, preserving, or cooking.
While other chapters in the HTS may cover vegetables in different forms or uses, such as dried or preserved vegetables in Chapter 20, or live plants for horticultural purposes in Chapter 6, Chapter 0703 is exclusively for these specific raw, perishable alliums. For instance, if the onions or garlic were dehydrated, they would likely fall under a different heading related to dried vegetables. Similarly, any medicinal preparations derived from these vegetables would be classified elsewhere based on their final form and intended use.
Within 0703, further subdivisions differentiate between specific types of alliaceous vegetables. Subheading 0703.10 specifically addresses onions and shallots, recognizing their distinct but closely related nature. Garlic is further distinguished under 0703.20.00, acknowledging its unique characteristics. Finally, subheading 0703.90.00 groups leeks with any other alliaceous vegetables not specifically mentioned in the preceding subheadings, ensuring comprehensive coverage of this vegetable family in its fresh or chilled form.