Fresh White Onions from Germany
Fresh white onions feature crisp white skin and a sharp, pungent taste, popular in Mexican cuisine and raw preparations. They qualify for HTS 0703.10.40.75 as fresh or chilled onions not specified elsewhere in the onion/shallot subheadings. This ensures proper tariff for mature, harvest-ready bulbs.
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
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for fresh produce; file 72 hours before arrival to expedite clearance
• Inspect for soil residue; clean bulbs reduce quarantine risks under plant import regulations
• Document varietal purity to defend against challenges to 'other' classification