Fresh Kale Leaves from Germany
Fresh kale leaves (Brassica oleracea var. acephala) are harvested and chilled for market sale, belonging to the Brassica genus of edible brassicas. They fall under HTS 0704.90.40.55 as 'other' similar edible brassicas, fresh or chilled, excluding heading varieties like cabbage or cauliflower.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Verify the product is fresh or chilled and remains suitable for immediate consumption; otherwise, it shifts to heading 0711
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming no treatment beyond chilling to prevent reclassification as preserved vegetables
• Label clearly as 'fresh kale' with country of origin to comply with FDA import requirements and avoid common inspection delays