Green Cabbage from Germany
Fresh green cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata), commonly known as white cabbage, is a leafy vegetable with a round head used in salads, slaws, and cooking. It falls under HTS 0704.90.20.00 as a fresh or chilled cabbage, part of the edible brassicas excluding cauliflower and heading varieties.
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
• Verify freshness upon import; ensure produce is chilled but not frozen to avoid reclassification under heading 0710
• Provide phytosanitary certificates from origin country confirming no pests or diseases common to brassicas
• Label accurately as 'fresh cabbage' to prevent misclassification as processed vegetables