0709.93.20.60 - Butternut 🖩

This classification, HTS Code 0709.93.20.60, specifically designates "Butternut" squash within the broader category of other vegetables. As a specific variety of squash, it falls under the larger heading for pumpkins, squash, and gourds (Cucurbita spp.). The defining characteristics of butternut squash include its distinctive bell or pear shape, smooth skin that typically matures to a tan or creamy color, and dense, orange flesh with a sweet, nutty flavor. This distinct morphology and flesh color are key identifiers for classification purposes.

It is important to distinguish butternut squash from its sibling categories, such as zucchini, grey squash, spaghetti squash, yellow straightneck, and kabocha squash. While all fall under the "Squash" subcategory, they differ significantly in shape, skin texture, flesh color and consistency, and culinary applications. For instance, zucchini is generally elongated and green, spaghetti squash has stringy flesh when cooked, and kabocha is known for its ribbed, hard rind and sweeter, denser flesh. Butternut's unique atributos set it apart for precise tariff application.

As a leaf node in the HTS classification system, HTS Code 0709.93.20.60 does not have further subcategories. This means that "Butternut" represents the most granular level of classification for this particular type of squash. Any further distinctions, such as ripeness or processing (e.g., cut or frozen), would fall under different HTS codes outside of this specific entry. Therefore, goods classified under this code must be fresh or chilled butternut squash in its whole, natural form.