Fresh Collard Greens from Germany
Fresh collard greens (Brassica oleracea var. viridis) are leafy brassica vegetables chilled post-harvest for freshness. Classified under HTS 0704.90.40.55 as 'other' edible brassicas similar to kale, fresh or chilled.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure no preservative treatments; only chilling allowed to stay in 0704—common pitfall leading to 0711 reclassification
• Include detailed invoices specifying brassica variety and fresh/chilled state for CBP verification
• Comply with USDA APHIS import permits for brassicas to prevent quarantine holds at ports