Fresh Brussels Sprouts on Stalk

Fresh Brussels sprouts (Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera) on the stalk are chilled whole for market. As edible brassicas similar to kale, they fit HTS 0704.90.40.55 'other' category, fresh or chilled.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China20%+35.0%55%
🇲🇽Mexico20%+10.0%30%
🇨🇦Canada20%+10.0%30%
🇩🇪Germany20%+10.0%30%
🇯🇵Japan20%+10.0%30%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0704.90Same rate: 55%

If off the stalk or trimmed

Specific subheading for Brussels sprouts prepared differently within 0704.

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 55%

If treated for preservation during long-haul transport

Provisional preservation excludes from fresh/chilled per chapter notes.

0712.90.30.00Lower: 35% vs 55%

If frozen after chilling

Frozen vegetables shift to prepared/proerved Chapter 07 heading 0712.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify 'on stalk' in invoices; off-stalk may have different statistical reporting

Maintain 0-4°C temperature to prove fresh status and avoid 0711

Check for EU export certs if from restricted origins due to pest risks