Baby Spinach Mix Lettuce Blend from Germany
Fresh baby lettuce blended with spinach for mesclun-style mixes, primarily Lactuca sativa. Classifies under HTS 0705.19.40 if lettuce predominant, fresh/chilled.
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
• Prove >50% lettuce content via lab analysis for correct heading
• Clamshell packaging must list ingredients; comply with FSIS labeling
• High respiration rate; use MAP (modified atmosphere packaging)