Pasteurized In-Shell Chicken Eggs from Germany
Fresh chicken eggs pasteurized in-shell to eliminate Salmonella while maintaining fresh status, from Gallus domesticus. Still classified under HTS 0407.21.00 as fresh eggs since pasteurization doesn't constitute preservation per HTS notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• FDA prior notice required for pasteurized eggs; provide pasteurization validation records
• Label clearly as 'pasteurized' to distinguish from raw fresh eggs
• Verify treatment doesn't alter fresh classification per CBP rulings