0707.00 - Cucumbers, including gherkins, fresh or chilled:
Sub-classifications
Overview
Category 0707.00 encompasses fresh or chilled cucumbers, including gherkins. This classification is specifically for the raw vegetable itself, irrespective of variety, as long as it is in its natural state or has undergone chilling but no further processing that would alter its fundamental character as a fresh vegetable.
This category is situated within Chapter 7, which broadly covers edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers. Unlike sibling categories that deal with live animals (e.g., 0101-0105), 0707.00 focuses exclusively on a specific type of vegetable. It is distinguished from other vegetable classifications by its explicit enumeration of cucumbers and gherkins.
The subcategories within 0707.00 are based on the specific entry period of the year. These subdivisions are crucial for customs purposes as they often correspond to seasonal availability and potential trade agreements or tariffs that vary throughout the calendar year. For instance, different duty rates or import restrictions may apply to cucumbers entered during the winter months (December-February) compared to those entered during the peak summer season (July-August).