Green Leaf Lettuce from Germany
Loose heads or bunches of fresh Green Leaf lettuce, a popular salad green, chilled for transport. HTS 0705.19.20.80 covers this as 'other' lettuce entered June 1-Oct 31, excluding named varieties or off-season shipments.
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
• Obtain APHIS import permit if from pest-risk countries; declare country of origin accurately
• Use refrigerated containers to maintain <4°C; temperature logs prevent rejection at border